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Sailing - Philosophy For Everyone: Catching the Drift of Why We Sail

Fritz Allhoff (Series Editor), Patrick Goold (Editor), John Rousmaniere (Foreword by)
ISBN: 978-1-118-33640-3
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224 pages
May 2012, Wiley-Blackwell
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This volume reveals the wisdom we can learn from sailing, a sport that pits human skills against the elements, tests the mettle and is a rich source of valuable lessons in life.

  • Unravels the philosophical mysteries behind one of the oldest organized human activities
  • Features contributions from philosophers and academics as well as from sailors themselves
  • Enriches appreciation of the sport by probing its meaning and value
  • Brings to life the many applications of philosophy to sailing and the profound lessons it can teach us
  • A thought-provoking read for sailors and philosophers alike