Extraordinary, a fascinating history of a lightkeeper and his family, a unique piece of social history ~ John Gore Grimes
Throughtout his captivating story he recollects the terrible traumas of crews battling for their lives on mountainous seas in horrendous stormy conditions he describes in detail the tragic 1979 Fastnet Yacht Race which involved 3000 competitors and more than 4000 rescuers, and in which he played a vital role as lighthouse keeper on the forbidding Fastnet Rock towering over the storm struck vessels as they struggled for survival
An affectionate portrayal of a different era, The Lightkeeper gives a unique insight into the lives and characters of lighthouse keepers, their families and the wider seafaring community
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