Forty Years Among the Stars: The Life and Good Times of the World’s Greatest Sailing Class

Forty Years Among The Stars: The Life And Good Times Of The World's Greatest Sailing Class is a book written by George W. Elder. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences sailing in the Star class, which is considered to be one of the most prestigious sailing classes in the world. The book chronicles Elder's forty years of sailing in the Star class, from his first race in 1951 to his retirement in 1991. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Elder's sailing career, including his early years in the class, his experiences racing in different parts of the world, and his interactions with other sailors and sailing legends. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help bring Elder's stories to life.Throughout the book, Elder shares his love for the sport of sailing and his admiration for the Star class. He describes the unique challenges and rewards of sailing in this class, as well as the camaraderie and friendship that he experienced with his fellow sailors. Overall, Forty Years Among The Stars is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on the world of sailing and the Star class in particular. It is a must-read for anyone who loves sailing or is interested in the history of this iconic sailing class.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.