Gilles Martin-Raget doc Legend of the Sea

The Spectacular Marine Photography of Gilles Martin-Raget A world-renowned sea photographer shares his most spectacular photographs from the past thirty years. Internationally renowned sea photographer, designated Official Photographer of the America's Cup 2013, Gilles Martin-Raget presents his best sea photography of his 30-year career in this beautiful book. Arranged thematically, the 200 photographs are accompanied by introductory texts in each chapter and by detailed captions. At the end of each chapter a specially chosen destination is depicted. The book includes some of Gilles Martin-Raget's most recent photography including from the America's Cup. Contents: Preface: A hand for a man, a hand for an image I. Playground (wind, sea, waves): Destination: the Calanques, Balearic Islands II. Leaving the nest (light sails): Destination: Italy & Croatia III. On the departure line (inshore regattas): Destination: Atlantic coasts IV. Manoeuvres: Destination: The Caribbean Isles from North to South V. Accidents: Destination: Newport VI. VI. Spray on the open sea (offshore races): Destination: India VII. Revival (classic yachts): Destination: The North Pacific VIII. A healthy old lady (America's Cup): Destination: Polynesia IX. The next mooring (cruising): Destination: Austral attitudes X. Wally and other friends (super yachts). AUTHOR: Gilles Martin-Raget is a renowned photographer specializing in sailing and the sea. He is the official photographer of the prestigious America's Cup. This year marks thirty years of his photography career. He has published several books previously including 'Legendary Yachts' (Abbeville Press). SELLING POINTS: • Many of the photographs have never been published in book form before. • The large format showcases the extraordinary photography to perfection.