Yachtsman's Scrap Book: Or The Ups And Downs Of Yacht Racing (1887)

A Yachtsman's Scrap Book: Or The Ups And Downs Of Yacht Racing is a book written by Joseph Florimond Loubat in 1887. The book is a collection of stories, anecdotes, and observations about yacht racing, which was a popular sport during that time. Loubat, who was a prominent yachtsman and member of the New York Yacht Club, shares his experiences and insights about the challenges, excitement, and thrill of yacht racing. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of yacht racing, the design and construction of yachts, the rules and regulations of racing, and the tactics and strategies used by yachtsmen. Loubat also includes accounts of his own racing experiences, as well as those of other famous yachtsmen of the time. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of yacht racing.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.