Shakesby, Kenneth
From Schooldays to the Arctic Circle and Beyond
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786234377
- author:
- Shakesby, Kenneth
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Grosvenor House Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 258
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Business
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This memoir recounts the author's journey to succeed in the fishing industry, following in his father's footsteps. From his first trip out as a teenager to achieving the highest rank of skipper, Kenneth Shakesby shares the highs and lows of his career.
With photographs adding to the narrative, this book offers a detailed account of hard work, courage, and the importance of following one's heart. The author's love for his family and respect for his shipmates are also touched upon, making for a touching and relatable story.
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