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Back in print, now in softcover
Boats were John L. Hacker's life, often taking precedence over family and friends, whom he expected to adjust to his curious schedules and emotional ups and downs. In this wonderful look back at the man and his fast-moving mahogany-and-steel sculptures, author James P. Barry details Hacker's elegant runabouts, cruisers, and racers, while examining the life of the enigmatic designer. From the young man taking correspondence courses in boat design, to the 74-year old legend designing a military rescue boat in the twilight of his career, no corner of Hacker's legacy is left untouched.
Table of Contents:
A Passion for Design
John Hacker's Legendary Career Begins
Speed, Elegance, and Excellence
Hacker's Innovation Stock Boats
Custom Masterpieces
Unique Hacker Creations
Conquering the Competition
Hacker Race Boats
Surviving the Storm
Hacker in the Depression and War Years
Milestone Boats
Hacker's Later Designs
128 pp., softcover
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