John B. Herreshoff The Yacht Builder

""John B. Herreshoff: The Yacht Builder"" is a biography written by Orison Swett Marden about the life and work of John B. Herreshoff, a prominent yacht designer and builder in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores Herreshoff's early life and education, his apprenticeship with his father, and his eventual rise to fame as one of the most innovative and successful yacht builders of his time. Marden delves into Herreshoff's design philosophy and techniques, as well as his relationships with clients, colleagues, and family members. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of Herreshoff's yachts, as well as his personal life. Overall, ""John B. Herreshoff: The Yacht Builder"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential yacht designers and builders.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: How They Succeeded, by Orison Swett Marden. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076615307X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.