Water Under the Keel

Water Under the Keel Memoirs of a Seagoing Life By Captain George Grimes (WoodenBoat School Alum) Water Under the Keel spans a lifetime of adventures and experiences upon and around the sea. Captain Grimes builds upon an ancestral background of sea captains and a rich childhood near the ocean as he paints the portrait of his association with the sea. This book is a mix of true sea experiences interspersed with interesting descriptions of life on board vessels of all kinds, especially the “break bulk freighter.” About the Author Captain George Grimes, a licensed master mariner, has extensive seagoing experience navigating steam, motor, towing, and auxiliary sail-training vessels. He grew up in Rockport, Massachusetts, where he now lives with his wife, Sally, and his golden retriever, Sydney. Praise for Water Under the Keel: Memoirs of a Seagoing Life This book will reveal to the reader the true nature of the challenges facing a modern-day sailor. Captain Grimes takes the reader from one adventure to the next, as vessels and their crews ply the seas. This is a must-read for any young person who is considering a career in the merchant marine.      Captain Skip Bracy, Sea Pilot Come along on an exciting and life-enhancing voyage as Captain Grimes guides you through his life story. Captain Grimes is truly a “man-of-the-sea,” and his life story will enable you, the reader, to reflect upon your own story amidst calm and occasional stormy seas. You will truly enjoy this biography and perhaps find a deeper meaning in your own life. Enjoy the journey…enjoy the voyage.                 Professor James Friedel, D. Min.