Please note that this book is in French
Thought you knew everything about the Belem?
This new book offers, for the first time, a complete immersion into the daily life of its crew. Over three years, three talented authors meticulously documented the techniques, tools, and vocabulary used by the sailors. Stunning photos and illustrations allow you to visualize in great detail the gestures performed and reproduced by the various teams since 1896. Contrebassez, souquez, étarquez, but most importantly, come aboard this legendary three-masted ship. Today, you are the certified sailor of the Belem!
The Authors:
Cyril Hofstein, a grand reporter for Figaro Magazine, is a writer specializing in the maritime world and sailing adventures. He has published several books, including Atlas des Fortunes de Mer, for which he received the Marine Academy medal (ed. Arthaud).
Philippe Matsas is a renowned photographer whose portraits of famous personalities are regularly featured in French and international press.
Marc P.G. Berthier, an experienced skipper, has crewed with major sailors, including Eric Tabarly. He co-founded Voiles & Voiliers in 1970, illustrating its famous calendar and contributing to top nautical magazines. He has designed over 300 covers and authored around 60 books.
Publisher: Flammarion
Release Date: May 2023
Format: 24x27 cm
Number of Pages: 192