by Lawrence Irving
Here's another example of cruising as fine literature! In fact, Irving's recounting of the early history of the Dutch as a maritime nation is nothing shore of extraordinary because of his ability to bring to life so many of the strange sea battles which took place around the exceedingly shallow shores of this "netherland". Look especially for the descriptions of the battles of the Sea Beggers, who liberated Holland from the Spanish tyranny. Irving finds a nice little cutter for sale in southern England, names her the Pamela Mary, and more on a whim than anything, embarks on a cruise through the Dutch canals with his good wife and a highly capable paid hand named Albert! Anyone thinking of cruising in Holland or with any interest in the country and its canals should not pass this up. Profusely illustrated by the author.
HOME PAGE
