A rare 1887 Edward Burgess book on American and English yachts. Burgess was one of the most prominent naval architects of the 19th century, and was highly regarded for his innovative yacht designs and his contributions to American maritime engineering. Perhaps just as notably, he was the father of Starling Burgess, the legendary yacht designer and aviation pioneer from Marblehead, Massachusetts.
The book serves as both a technical reference and a celebration of yacht design during the golden age of sailing. It features detailed descriptions and illustrations of some of the most elegant and competitive vessels of the time. Burgess’s work played a significant role in shaping America’s early dominance in competitive sailing, including successful America’s Cup defenses.
This volume is not only of interest to sailing enthusiasts and collectors, but also to anyone with an appreciation for maritime history and craftsmanship. It represents a direct link to a pivotal era in American yachting—and to a family whose legacy helped define it.
To learn more about Edward Burgess and his influence on yacht design, visit this short biography from the Herreshoff Marine Museum.
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