Reproduction of the original: A Thousand Miles in the Rob Roy Canoe on Rivers and Lakes of Europe by John Macgregor

A Thousand Miles in the Rob Roy Canoe on Rivers and Lakes of Europe by John Macgregor, first published in 1867, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.

'The Voyage Alone in the Yawl "Rob Roy"' is the story of John MacGregor's incredible 1,500-mile solo sailing journey on a 21-foot boat in 1867. This book is a testament to MacGregor's pioneering spirit and his role in creating the canoe-cruising craze of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, inspiring generations of adventurers to follow in his wake. Although some of his recommendations are outdated, the general tone of adventurous endeavor is sure to inspire readers to explore the world around them.