Song of the Sirens

"Song of the Sirens is rich in detail, colorful characters, and poignant insights. It is the story of one man's love affair with the old boats he has owned or chartered. Focusing on his favorites (his 17 sirens), the book explores the fascination man has with the sea and attempts to explain the allure of the vessels he has designed to sail upon her. Like the sirens of Greek mythology who, with enchanting songs, lured by sailors to dash their ships against hidden rocks, Gann's ships are seductresses, tempting and urging him on until he plunges forward into their purchase, unmindful of the dangers that lie ahead. And dangers there are aplenty.

Author: Ernest K. Gann
Publisher: Sheridan House
Published: 08/01/2007
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 8.92h x 6.34w x 0.95d
ISBN13: 9781574092547
ISBN10: 1574092545
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | Water Sports | Sailing

About the Author
Ernest K. Gann was a sailor, a professional airline pilot, and above all, a writer. Besides Song of the Sirens, his most famous books are Fate is the Hunter, The High and the Mighty, Island in the Sky and In the Company of Eagles. Charles J. Doane, editor of SAIL Magazine, has provided a new introduction for this edition.