Doumar and the Doctor

Join Neville de Villiers on an exhilarating journey in 'Doumar and the Doctor,' a captivating memoir detailing his remarkable solo sailing adventure from England to New Zealand. In this gripping tale of courage, resilience, and the allure of the open sea, readers will be enthralled by Neville's real-life experiences aboard his 31' yacht, the Doumar. Set sail with him as he navigates tumultuous waters, including mutiny by his crew in Port St Louis, France, a tense confrontation with the Sicilian Mafia in Marsala, and a near-fatal collision with a freighter near Gabo Island. Discover the bizarre encounter with an unidentified flying object in the Tasman Sea that adds a touch of mystery to his adventure. This paperback edition, published by Wild Side Publishing, measures 140 x 216 mm and spans 122 thrilling pages. With a publication date of April 9, 2018, this memoir is more than just a sailing story; it is a testament to the human spirit's tenacity in the face of challenges. Perfect for adventure enthusiasts, sailing aficionados, and those inspired by tales of perseverance, 'Doumar and the Doctor' promises to captivate and inspire. Step aboard with Neville and experience the highs and lows of a solo sailor's journey. Capture this unique piece of literary art that blends maritime adventure with personal growth today!

Author: Neville de Villiers Publisher: Wild Side Publishing
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 140 x 216 mm
Pages: 122
Publication Date: 09-04-2018

You will be challenged and inspired as you join Neville on board for this real-life, white-knuckle adventure on the high seas. A magnificent account of courage and perseverance as a young doctor takes time off from his busy practice to sail a 31’ yacht (single-handed much of the way) from England to New Zealand.
Mutiny by his crew in Port St Louis, France
Confrontation with the Sicilian Mafia at Marsala
Collision with a freighter near Gabo Island, South Australia
Harassed by a UFO mid-ocean in the Tasman sea? Neville de Villiers comes from an aristocratic lineage of French Huguenot extraction. He completed his studies at Oxford University in 1959 and practiced as a doctor in Loughborough, UK for 11 years before purchasing the Doumar, a 31’ sloop, and sailed it to New Zealand. After the Doumar had logged 14,000 miles, he finally tied up at Marsden Point wharf, Whangarei in 1981. He worked as a GP for various practices and then set up his own, Ruakaka Medical Centre, until retiring in 2014. He now lives at One Tree Point and still sails the Doumar to this day.