American Yachting

Abstract

THIS excellent book not merely contains a well written history of American yachting, but puts on record the principal points in the development of yacht designing, both in the United States and in this country, during the fifty years since the famous America came to this country (in 1851) and astonished English yachtsmen by her remarkable performances. The contests between English and American yacht designers have been continuous and keen, including struggles for the America Cup as well as matches of equal or possibly greater interest between yachts of many classes. Some of these have received little attention, although the results have had considerable influence on later construction. The author is a keen sportsman, fully informed upon all branches of his subject, and capable—as many other yachtsmen are in these days—of discussing the problems of yacht design on a scientific basis. Americans have inherited from this country the love of yachting as a sport, and have given repeated proofs that they are formidable rivals in the design and management of yachts. They have gradually reached an appreciation of what Mr. Stephens describes as “the importance of Yachting to a maritime nation.” He says:—

American Yachting.

By W. P. Stephens. Pp. ix + 380. (London: Macmillan and Co., Ltd.) Price 8s. 6d. net.