"'Lucky is the man who is obsessed with the sea, and the one who builds a craft worthy of her greatest challenge.' This book might be the closest thing to accomplishing both, whether you sail or not." —Corinne Joy Brown, bestselling author of "Hidden Star", winner of the New Mexico/Arizona book award, historical fiction.

What you are [reading] is not simply an account of a thwarted attempt at solo circumnavigation. Rather, it is a testimony to not sitting on a porch, couch or chair, regaling any ear and all about what they almost did or wanted to do. This story is about building a dream from the ground up and being tenacious and unwavering in your vision. Charlie inspired me to follow my own dreams (and his steps) in becoming a broadcaster. Whether you are hoping to conquer the world by boat, media or pen, Charlie's words should serve as testament to putting your aspirations into action. Read this book, then go do something. —Michael Anthony Smith / The River 97.3 WRVV-Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.