Dove

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Summary: It's an enspiring book
Review: This book is a one of a kind book. I think if I could do any thing in the world, or my life, it would do what he did exporling; the world with cats, and a boat, with the occational humman conpanion. If I did what he did though, I think the lonnliness would get to me more. So I would want my mom with me, because she wants to sail arond the world one day and I really want to go with her. He went to so many dream like places and by just discribing them, it seems like there is really paridise on earth, if you look hard enough...

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Summary: I couldn't put it down!
Review: I just got Dove from my school's library today and have already finished it! I could not put it down for a second until I was done. I am a scuba diver and have only dreamed of going to all the places that Robin visited. I read one of the reviews that said there is a sequel to Dove and I can't wait to read it. This is a very special book and I know that I will read it over and over again.

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Summary: Adventurous and Elegant.
Review: I read this book when I was a child myself. I vividly remember how I turned each page of this marvelous book and anticipated what was in store for me. I am now 30 years old and the images, memory and wonder of "Dove" are with me still....

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Summary: Enjoyed every minute of it !!!
Review: This is a story about a 16-year-old boy who sails solo around the world in about 5 years. It is very well written and gives a very good account of the struggles and triumphs that he encountered on his long voyage. I enjoyed the descriptions of the people and places that he visited during his journey. Another very enjoyable part of the book is when he meets his wife-to-be. It was really great reading about the two of them getting to know each other, sharing their lives with each other, and making future plans (hopefully they're still together). The book does not end with the journey; it continues on to tell of Robin's acclimatization back to "civilized" society; I found this very interesting as well. It was great reading about how God influenced his life and finally drew him and his wife to Himself at the end of the voyage. Robin is probably in his late 40's now. I wonder where he is these days. I wouldn't mind making a permanent visit to one of the many South Pacific Islands he wrote about...

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Summary: Fueled my wanderlust
Review: I too have read and re-read this book and agree with Robin's view of American life. For those above who wonder what happened to Robin and his family, read the sequel: HOME IS THE SAILOR. It is not widely published but with some searching you will find it--well worth the read. It continues Robin and Patti's way of life, but on land, in Montana. P.S. It's good to hear from those of like mind! Drop me a line and let me know how you liked the SEQUEL!

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Summary: Trully inspiring
Review: Dove, is the perfect book for those of us who like adventure and have a craving to know whats out there beyond our city or country. The travels of Robin L. Graham of sailing around the world in a small boat, are entertainning and inspirational. You don't have to know a single thing about sailing to read this book, is not a book about how to measure distances in the sea, but how it is to find one self outhere, alone and confront the hardships of a rough sea. Excellent book, won't bore you at all!

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Summary: Simply the best book ever written. See you all at sea !!!
Review: This non-fiction book is truly the best book ever written. It made me open my eyes and it made me focus on todays society. We're living in a crazy world today, and I've pretty much had it with the system. Robin inspired me so much with his book, that I've decided to by a boat too. (I'm only 19 !). It's not only a love story, it's a contribution to life,to nature and to mankind. Money means so much today......too much, but it seems as if nobody wants to realize. Have a nice life !!!!!!!! I'm heading for the roaring forties !

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Summary: Boring and Repeditive
Review: The book goes like this; I miss Patti; goes to a port; Patti!; leaves port; I miss Patti; goes to a port; I miss Patti more!; Goes to next port; Patti!. Repeat this through thirteen chapters and that is the book.

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Summary: great story
Review: 'The Dove' is a great story about a boy falling in love while sailing around the world. Robin Lee Graham takes us into his boat and life and shows us his adventures and problems about love and sailing around the world. A great story for all ages.

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Summary: excellent adventure
Review: there are still frontiers to explore and this should bring out the explorer in us all. A book about faith,hope and of truth..plus a pretty darn good sailing adventure