{"product_id":"9781324111962","title":"Unsinkable : The History of the Boston Whaler by Matthew D. Plunkett","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e PRE-ORDER NOW - Published: 14\/07\/2026 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBoston Whalers are the quintessential American motorboat-timeless on the water and forever in style. Established in 1958 on the foundation of innovation, bold risk-taking and relentless hard work, the company made an unforgettable debut when founder Richard \"Dick\" Fisher astonished Life magazine reporters by sawing a Whaler in half, then confidently piloting the back section across Wampatuck Pond in Massachusetts. In that moment, the Unsinkable Legend was born. From the original 13-foot \"blue bathtub\" hull to today's most advanced, powerful and luxurious models, Boston Whaler has become a true American icon.   Matthew Plunkett spent years uncovering the full Boston Whaler story, charting its growth from a garage in Massachusetts, to a factory in Florida. Drawing on company archives and dozens of interviews, with technical drawings and contemporary photographs as well as a foreword from Fisher's grandson, the book establishes how Boston Whaler has shaped the boating industry and inspired passionate fans worldwide. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56368672178549,"sku":"9781324111962","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781324111962","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}