Duyfken - Through the Darkest Seas

Celebrating 25 Years Since the Launch! Come aboard for a journey Through the Darkest Seas.

Through Darkest Seas tells the previously untold story of the replica, from its genesis in the imagination of a Dutch immigrant, to the challenge of building a remarkable ship using traditional skills, and the people who built and sailed her. It is the complete inside account of these achievements which has never been told before.

This book lifts the lid on the world of tall ship construction and sailing, giving a revealing behind the scenes glimpse of what really happens when people dare to dream of building a wooden replica sailing ship. As one reader said: “This book is a manual for everyone who thinks they can build a sail and replica of a square rig sailing ship. It should be read by anyone who thinks they would love to build a tall ship before they start. It will almost certainly talk them out of such a foolish idea!”

This passionately told story is sure to delight hardened tall ship sailors and armchair adventurers, providing an insight into the world of square riggers and outlandish voyages.

Author: Graeme Cocks
ISBN: 9780992507831
Format: Paperback / 548 pages
Publisher: Motoring Past Vintage Publishing
Date Published: 2 July 2023