Richard Woodman's fictional swansong, A River in Borneo, is a gripping page turner set in Malaysian and Indonesian waters during the 19th century. It is Woodman at his best, says…
book reviews
The Dinghy Cruising Companion: book review
The Dinghy Cruising Companion is a beautifully written account for both yachtsmen and dinghy sailors, evoking the romance and solitude of sailing, says Julia Jones
Through France via the Inland Waterways: book review
If you are planning to cruise through France to the Med this season, then Through France via the Inland Waterways is essential reading, says Julia Jones
British Naval Trawlers and Drifters in Two World Wars: Book Review
For those who relish pouring over technical drawings of boats, British Naval Trawlers and Drifters in Two World Wars will be a treat, says Julia Jones
South by Ernest Shackleton: iconic tale re-released
South by Ernest Shackleton covers the long slow death of Endurance As the search begins for the wreck of Endurance in Antarctica, YM's literary contributor Julia Jones explains why she…
Reeds Marine Distance Tables: book review
Reeds Marine Distance Tables is easy to use and will fascinate the cruising sailor and amateur geographer, says Julia Jones
Boats Yet Sailing: book review
Trevor Boult shares the joy of sailing a range of vessels in his readable memoir, Boats Yet Sailing, write Julia Jones
Sailor’s Heart: Book review
Sailor's Heart is an absorbing novel which highlights the resilience and endurance of those who served on the Arctic Convoys during the Second World War, says Julia Jones
Ocean Passages and Landfalls: Book Review
For those planning or dreaming about sailing further afield, this new edition of Ocean Passages and Landfalls is a valuable tool, says Julia Jones
Uncommon Courage: Book Review
Uncommon Courage: the Yachtsmen Volunteers of World War Two is a fascinating account of the Royal Naval Volunteer Supplementary Reserve's bravery and selflessness, says Peter Willis