Thomas Dolby: "Prevailing Wind"

As dark political clouds gather over  Europe, the NYYC’s railroad barons  control the USA from the squeaky  leather couches of the 44th St clubhouse. Far from the immigrant  slums, the Suffragettes, and the Ludlow  massacres, they wager small fortunes and pit their egos on their favorite distraction: big yacht sail racing. Its absolute pinnacle is the America’s Cup--the oldest trophy in world sport.

For two penniless brothers, it’s the  chance of a lifetime: to get the heck  out of Deer Isle and etch their names  in Cup history. But they’ll have to fight  for places with the rival West Bay crew.  There are old feuds to be settled on and  off the water.

Prevailing Wind is a ruthless exploration  of the vast chasm between rich and  poor in the Progressive Age. It is laced  with breathtaking depictions of classic yacht racing moments, and deep  insights into the hearts and minds of  working sailors and millionaire owners.