From Baird Maritime:
This is a most unusual but nevertheless fascinating book. It recounts the tale of a brash, egotistical New Zealander who, at first glance, would seem very unlikely to succeed in any venture.
To be fair though, he defied all the odds and nearly succeeded in this one. Basically he conceived, had designed, funded and constructed a 24-metre diesel trimaran that was to be fuelled by renewable "bio" fuels.
Written and well illustrated in an annoyingly overwrought manner, the book still fascinates. It tells of the trials and tribulations of this grossly unprepared outfit, led by the author.
Finally, and to considerable relief, they almost achieved their objective. That they failed was not a reflection on the impressive boat or of its bio-diesel fuel. It was more, as the author readily admits, a failure of organisation and leadership.
Ordering Information:
Hodder Moa
Auckland, New Zealand
Web: www.hachette.co.nz
