The Rhythm of the Tide : Tales through the ages of Chichester Harbour Book

"The Rhythm of the Tide" is by a man who has lived and sailed a great part of his life in the waters around Chichester Harbour. Only someone with his experience could capture, with such clarity, the beauties and excitement of the place, and describe its attractions so exactly. Nostalgic interludes distil the timeless aspects of the Harbour, its tides, its mud, and the play of wind and light that cannot fail to impress anyone who has ever sailed on its waters or walked the edges of its channels. The history of the region is told in a series of chronological chapters, ranging from the arrival of the Romans to the evacuation from Dunkirk, that recreate a series of local incidents.Fiction based on fact, and always meticulously researched, they bring to life the sights and sounds of the Harbour in times past. The stories are personal ones and reflect the author's lifelong involvement with this unique landscape. The Harbour is used extensively for recreational purposes today, and this vision of its history will deepen the engagement of the many visitors with what has become a favourite playground.Read More