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The Voyage of Detroit
In 1912 Thomas Fleming Day, editor of The Rudder, decided to demonstrate the reliability of the internal combustion engine by taking a 35-foot double-ended powerboat from New York to St. Petersburg, Russia. The trip was an adventure: the vessel's freeboard was only 21/2 feet so she was usually awash and always rolling; the engine noise was deafening; and the boat caught fire and nearly blew up. After completing the rugged North Sea leg, Day writes, "...The last thing I did was to visit the engine room and kiss the motor good-bye..."
Hints to Young Yacht Skippers
In "Hints to Young Yacht Skippers," Thomas Fleming Day provides a meticulous guide for aspiring yacht captains, encapsulating a wealth of practical knowledge and nautical wisdom. The book is characterized by its accessible yet detailed prose, which blends technical instruction with engaging anecdotes that resonate with both novice and experienced sailors. Day's insights reflect the burgeoning yacht culture of the early 20th century, where leisurely sailing began to gain popularity among the affluent classes, culminating in a literary context rich with the spirit of adventure and maritime exploration. Thomas Fleming Day was a prominent figure in the American yachting community and an advocate...
The Rudder Treasury
Tom Davin, Editor, is a writer and sailing enthusiast.
On Yacht Sailing
In "On Yacht Sailing," Thomas Fleming Day masterfully combines technical prowess with poetic sensibility, offering readers a thorough exploration of sailing aesthetics and practical navigation. Written in the early 20th century, this work reflects a burgeoning interest in maritime leisure that characterized the age, serving both as a guide for novices and a philosophical meditation on the art of sailing. Day's clear, instructive prose, supplemented by vivid illustrations, makes complex concepts accessible while inviting enthusiasts to appreciate the serenity of life at sea. The text is rich with historical context, tracing the evolution of yachting and the profound connection between sailors...
Designs to Inspire
At the present time, fulfilled by their lifelong passion for wooden boats, and with their children-Kathy, Nat, and Sarah-out on their own, Anne and Maynard are searching for a vintage Vespa motorscooter and the youthful feeling that goes with it.
My Days with Harry Truman
In 1970, Margaret Truman and bestselling author Thomas Fleming spent eight days with her father, President Harry Truman, as part of their research for a biography of the thirty-third president of the United States. Truman had personally chosen Fleming as Margaret's collaborator. He had read and admired Fleming's biography of Thomas Jefferson. In this essay, Fleming recounts that amazing time, during which the elder statesman sets the record straight on Douglas MacArthur, Charles de Gaulle, Lyndon Johnson, John Kennedy, Joseph Stalin, the atomic bomb, and, most important, the American presidency.
Mysteries of My Father
A son comes of age in a fiercely political world "Thomas Fleming gives us an unforgettable story about an immigrant family—his family—as it struggles to find a place in the American century. He shares with us the dreams and heartaches of his parents, and, in the end, he reminds us of the mysterious and forgiving power of love." —Terry Golway, author of The Irish in America "A truly moving story of a lifelong duel between father and son, Mysteries of My Father also vibrates with the great good humor that grows out of ward politics, and pulses with the heartfelt drama of a family just getting by. There were some bad times in the Fleming family story, but Tom Fleming prevails to the good ...
SPOILS OF WAR
A very special book, not only for inspiration but for history lovers. Through its pages you can discover the atmosphere and feeling of the gulf war from the point of view of the daguet Division The Division Daguet (in french the Daguet is a young brocket deer) was a French Army division formed in September 1990 in Saudi Arabia after the invasion of Kuwait. It was initially formed by elements of the 6th Light Armored Division. On 24 February 1991, when the ground phase begins, the main objective of the division was the As-Salman airfield in Iraq. The Daguet Division and the US 82nd Airborne Division crossed the border and attacked north. The French soldiers encounter some elements of the Iraqi 45th Infantry Division. At the end of the battle, the French Army controlled the objective. The French soldiers captured about 2500 prisoners, and seized a large quantity of weapons. Within a month, the specialized teams of the division which were assigned to the recovery of the Iraqi hardware, managed to capture more than 35 heavy vehicles, a dozen of pieces of AA guns of diff erent calibres and artillery pieces.
A Berth to Bermuda
In this lavish, heavily illustrated book, yachting historian (and Bermuda Racer) John Rousmaniere tells the story of the remarkable sailors, the great boats, the tactics, the Gulf Stream ordeal, and the lure of Bermuda that make this the world's classic ocean race.
