Wood, Wind & Water - A Story of the Opera House Cup Race of Nantucket (Hardcover)

Various owners, restorers, and boat-builders share their passionate love of wooden yachts with personal stories expressing their pursuit to preserve its unique heritage, Nantuckets Opera House Cup Race is the East Coast's first classic yacht regatta. The race provides an opportunity to spotlight beautifully restored classic yachts at a time when fibreglass rules the waves. The location provides a rich backdrop for colourful tales spanning the 32-year history of the race. Since its founding, the race has grown to include some of the world's most treasured nautical gems. The coffee table format of this book highlights 85 pages of full-colour images. The images show the beautiful lines and curves of classic yachts that were captured over a span of 18 years. The text includes an introduction, a brief history of Nantucket, and a history of the Opera House Cup Race.