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The Lady Maud: Schooner Yacht (1896) is a book written by William Clark Russell. It is a historical account of the Lady Maud, a luxurious schooner yacht built in 1895 for the wealthy British businessman, Sir Arthur Paget. The book details the design, construction, and maiden voyage of the Lady Maud, as well as her subsequent travels and adventures around Europe and the Mediterranean.Russell provides a detailed description of the yacht's luxurious interior, including its spacious cabins, elegant saloon, and well-appointed galley. He also describes the Lady Maud's state-of-the-art navigation and communication equipment, which allowed her to sail safely and efficiently across the seas.Throughout the book, Russell recounts the Lady Maud's many voyages and adventures, including her participation in prestigious yacht races and her encounters with other notable vessels of the time. He also describes the colorful characters who sailed on the Lady Maud, including Sir Arthur Paget himself, as well as the skilled crew members who kept the yacht running smoothly.Overall, The Lady Maud: Schooner Yacht (1896) is a fascinating chronicle of one of the most luxurious and well-appointed yachts of the late 19th century. It offers a unique glimpse into the world of high society and luxury travel during this era, as well as the technical innovations that made it all possible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.