Focusing on the twenty-eight-foot wooden Catboat, Ghost, this book chronicles her significance in the unique A Cat racing class from Barnegat Bay, established in 1922. After struggling during the Great Depression, the class revived in 1980 with Ghost becoming a standout, winning seven consecutive Bay championships from 1994 to 2000. The detailed building process is captured in photographs, showcasing craftsmanship and design. The narrative also covers her racing challenges and successes, concluding with her current display at the New Jersey Maritime Museum.
William W. Fortenbaugh Book order (chronological)
William Fortenbaugh is an Emeritus Professor of Classics at Rutgers University. His work delves into ancient philosophy and its historical context. He examines the thought and rhetoric of key figures from antiquity and their influence on subsequent developments. His approach is analytical and deeply rooted in historical sources.
