Dove

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Summary: Terrific reading for sailors and non-sailors alike.
Review: A autobiographical acount of Robin Lee Graham's record-breaking solo trip around the world in a 23' sailboat. As a sailor I found it spectacular. An easy reading and whimsical story that will wrap you up and have you turning the last page before you put it down.

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Summary: Well worth the money
Review: I have to say the book "The Dove" is far the BEST book I've ever read. The Dove is about a 16 year old boy who's looking for a goal in life. He decides that he is going to atempt to sail around the world. During his journey he meets a lady (Who he later marries),named Patti. The only thing wrong with the story is the excess amount of sequence, but, its really doesn't matter because this is a true story and it really happened. I thought this book was great, anyone who enjoys adventures, or enjoys the sea this is certainly the right book for you.

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Summary: Inspirational
Review: I read this book as a fourteen year old and it's one of my favorite books of all time. I hope eventually to see a bit of the world before I get old,like Robin did.( even if it's on a cruise ship.) With so much negative, gloomy crap on the market, it's nice to know that earnest, unironic accounts of a life fully lived still exist. I'm curious to know what Robin is doing now. I wouldn't mind a follow up of some sort.

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Summary: It was quite inspiring!
Review: I read the book the Dove for a class assignment. I got more out of it than i expected. I think of course it could have been a little better but, to keep with the positive things. I really enjoy hearing about someone who takes life, grabs a hold and goes where one can. I mean we need to grasp it now before it's gone. The book displays someone who feels the same. I enjoyed it, and I recommend it to readers of all ages!

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Summary: A touch of everything
Review: Dove is a book that you can enjoy because it has a little bit of everything. A touch of romance, a touch of adventure, a touch of courage, and a little bit of everything. It is about a boy, Robin Lee Graham and the author is Robin Lee Graham.

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Summary: a diplomatic telling of a great tale
Review: A fantastic experience & adventure glibly and diplomatically told. The "meet Patti, in love, go sailing, miss Patti, at next port write to Patti, still miss Patti, at next port meet Patti..." theme is a bit repetitive but realistic for a lonely romantic teenager. More details of personal conflicts and thoughts would have been good, as would more technical detail. But all the same it is an inspiring and interesting read, and Robin Graham is to be congratulated for sharing his story with us.

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Summary: Inspired me to Sail!!!
Review: After reading Dove, I signed up at a local sailing club and am learning this fine art. The adventure and excitement that Robin Graham brings you through will inspire anyone, any age, to pursue his/her dreams.

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Summary: excellent, captivating, great youth book for both boys&girls
Review: The emotional challenges, and the physical adventure that Robin Graham lived are extremely well told and captivating. What makes it even more special, is that it is true. I would like to order this in German for my cousin.

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Summary: This book is beyond amazing.
Review: "Dove" is honestly the best book I have ever read. Although I am only 14, it still amazes me. Robin Lee Graham did such an incredible thing. This book is just so wonderful. It deserves more than 5 stars. I think it should have infinity stars! I am just curious to know if anyone knows what happened to Robin and Patti. Do they still live in Montana? What is Quimby doing? Is there a sequel to this book...or can I find this information anywhere?

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Summary: Perhaps I'll see you the next quiet place I furl my sails...
Review: Hello again everyone. I've recieved more responses to my previous review than I ever could have hoped for - in fact I didn't really expect any, maybe one if I was lucky. However, I've got letters from about 15 different people so far. It's such a fantastic surprise to discover such a good way to get in touch with others who share this sea-born wanderlust. Who would ever have thought that Robin Graham would continue to inspire people this many years later? I'm creeping ever closer to that sail into the sunset, things are coming along splendidly. Please continue to write, and thank you to those who already have.