Originally published 1939. This Ox Bow edition publihed in 1995.The story of the Cape Horn region, including the Straits of Magellan, from the days of the first discoverers, through the glorious days of sail, to the present time; recounting the exploits of Magellan, Drake, Schouten, Fitzroy, Darwin, Melville and many othres, including the author's own experiences.