Peter Blake was a New Zealand hero – sailor, adventurer, leader and
environmentalist. Competing in ocean races, he clocked up as many sea miles as
any seafarer in history, with some epic victories. Then he led his small
country to win the America’s Cup (twice!), and gave his last years to helping
the environment.
Award-winning author
Tessa Duder tells the gripping story of Sir Peter’s life for teenage readers,
revealing what made him an inspirational leader. The book features boxes
backgrounding sailing skills, the America’s Cup and other key points, and is
richly illustrated with photos from his life (including 8 pages of colour).A superb book for 12+ readers. There is no other junior biography of Sir Peter Blake in print.
About the author:
Tessa Duder is one of New Zealand’s most celebrated children’s
authors, and has written more than 40 books in genres from junior fiction to
adult history. Among her best-known works are the Alex quartet and her biography of Margaret Mahy.
A keen sailor, she lives in Auckland. For more information, consult www.tessaduder.com
Sir Peter Blake Trust/ Oratia Media RRP $21.99
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