From the Bottom Up
I have just finished a Great summer read. A wonderful book filled with true stories and thrilling adventures which begins in our own little backyard of Newport. Harold has a remarkable way of telling a story where you the reader … Continued
Harold put his Heart into this book, and it really shines through. It’s a great adventure on the high seas and I look forward to when I have time to read it again. it could be made into a movie! … Continued
Wonderful page turner that puts you in the middle of a real life journey of danger, mystery, beauty, adventure and the rewards and struggles which make the path so fantastic. The book offers pages of wisdom related to sailing and … Continued
I could feel the fear of the crew members while struggling through the stormy South Pacific, the elation they felt while surrounded by hundreds of leaping, playing dolphins, the awe of being just a few feet away from a whale, … Continued
I just finished “From the Bottom Up” and I loved it! As someone who is also embarking on the road less traveled, Harold’s words ring true and feel good to read. Following Harold’s adventure as he left his typical job and … Continued
Review of From The Bottom Up by Harold Neel By Nicola Themistes, author of Spectacle City: An Allegory. Harold Neel is a virtuoso storyteller; the narratives of his life, relayed with unique wit and insight, are riveting to all … Continued
When I met Harold last year, he mentioned he was writing a book. Honestly, I thought, “good for you”. Everyone who sails seems to write books, some good some not so good. But, I adored Harold, as he possesses an … Continued
This book is a great read on many levels. There is incredibly detailed wisdom about sailing, living and following your dreams woven into a narrative that puts you on the deck of, in the pilot house of, and even at the helm … Continued
I have read it about a thousand times and I still like some of the stories!