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Island Race: An Improbable Voyage Round the Coast of Britain is an engaging travel adventure book by Sandi Toksvig and John McCarthy. First published in 1995 alongside a BBC television series, the book chronicles an extraordinary sailing journey around the coastline of Britain. With no prior sailing experience, the authors embark on a challenging voyage, sharing humorous, insightful, and deeply personal stories about coastal communities and their own self-discovery. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy travel writing, maritime adventures, and real-life exploration stories.