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Dame ell en patri cia macart hur dbe born 8 july 1976 is a retired english sailor, from whatstandwell near matlock in derbyshire, now based in cowes, isle of wi ght maca rthur is a successful solo longdistance yachtswoman. Dame ellen patricia macarthur dbe is a retired english sailor, from whatstandwell near matlock in derbyshire, now based in cowes, isle of wight. Ellen macarthur this was another moment of truth for ellen. Ellen macarthur captured the publics attention as she battled against the elements and equipment failures during her gruelling 94 day voyage. Ellen macarthur biography life, school, old, born, time. Looking beyond the current takemakewaste extractive industrial model, a circular economy aims to redefine growth, focusing on positive societywide benefits. Ellen macarthur has 24 books on goodreads with 1695 ratings. Dame ellen macarthur may be the first true heroine of the 21st century, but her remarkable story and message is one for us all to be inspired by. Dame ellen patricia macarthur dbe born 8 july 1976 is a retired english sailor, from whatstandwell near matlock in derbyshire, now based in cowes, isle of wight macarthur is a successful solo longdistance yachtswoman. In 2010 macarthur launched the ellen macarthur foundation, which promoted efforts aimed at reinventing traditional modes of economic production and consumption. It entails gradually decoupling economic activity from the consumption of finite resources, and designing waste out of the system.
In 2001 she raced singlehandedly nonstop around the world in the vendee globe when only 24. Hire speaker dame ellen macarthur fastest person to sail singlehanded around the world nonstop. Books by ellen macarthur author of taking on the world. Ellen macarthur historical records and family trees. She is best known as a solo longdistance yachtswoman who, on february 7, 2005, broke the world record for the fastest solo circumnavigation of the globe. Her aunt thea first introduced her to sailing and by the age of ten ellen had saved up enough money to buy her own boat, a threemetre long sailing dinghy called threepenny bit. She may be dame of the waves, but since giving up competing, shes been busy helping to change the world from her base on the isle of wight. Ellen macarthur audio books, best sellers, author bio. Roundtheworld yachtswoman ellen macarthur, in 2006. When you register to our service, youll enjoy instant access to dame ellen macarthur s. She began competition sailing in 1997 and took part in races across the atlantic and round the world. The foreword is written by dame ellen macarthur and the book has been edited by the ellen macarthur foundation editorial team.
Ellen macarthur has become a gay icon after giving an interview to the lesbian and gay website rainbownetwork. Explore books by ellen macarthur with our selection at. Ellen macarthur was made a dame in 2005 after the fastest solo sail around the world. Ellen macarthur born lee, 1821 1894 ellen macarthur born lee 1821 1894 ellen macarthur born lee was born in 1821, at birth place, to newton lee. When you register to our service, youll enjoy instant access to dame ellen macarthurs agent giving you the opportunity to contact her team in a matter of moments. Ellen falls for her rescuer london evening standard. Since its creation the charity has emerged as a global thought leader, establishing the circular economy on the agenda of decision makers across business, government and academia. Book ellen macarthur, an inspirational sailor and adventurer to speak at your event. She proposes a bold new way to see the worlds economic systems. Dame ellen patricia macarthur dbe born 8 july 1976 is a retired english sailor, from. In 2010, after macarthur had retired from sailing, she formed the ellen macarthur foundation a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular economy. Since becoming the fastest solo sailor to circumnavigate the globe, she has founded the ellen macarthur foundation, world leaders in the field of bringing the ideas behind the circular economy to life. Ellen macarthur she has set up the ellen macarthur foundation to work with education and business to inspire young people to rethink, redesign and build a sustainable future. I read every book i could on sailing, and then eventually, having been told by my school i wasnt clever.
Ellens macarthurs diary from the observer the guardian. Full circle by macarthur, ellen author on sep022010, hardback sep 2, 2010. Ellen macarthur becomes gay icon thursday, february 15, 2001 12. But when you sail alone around the world, things come into focus. Dame ellen macarthur is renowned internationally for her achievements in sailing, scooping the world record for the fastest solo circumnavigation of the globe in 2005. Macarthur began sailing with her aunt at age four and spent her spare time reading sailing books. Book adventurer ellen macarthur as your motivational speaker. Ellen is a truly remarkable young woman, not to mention being the fastest woman and youngest person.
Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible. The ellen macarthur cancer trust in 2003, macarthur set up the ellen macarthur cancer trust, a registered charity, to take young people aged between 818 sailing to help them regain their confidence, on their way to recovery from cancer, leukaemia and other serious illness. Browse ellen macarthurs bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Circular economy with dame ellen macarthur the one young world summit 2014 duration. Dame ellen macarthur british yachtswoman britannica. Day 1 on a grey, wet and cold afternoon, ellen macarthur visits every skipper on the dockside, one by one, before the race starts. On the face of it the foundation may appear to be a departure.
Inspirational speaker, sailor, adventurer and environmentalist. Ellen macarthur was born near matlock in derbyshire on july 8th, 1976. Dame ellen macarthur has worked through her influential namesake foundation with governments and businesses across industries to argue for the implementation of a circular economy, in which resources are designed for multiple life cycles, instead of being simply disposed of after use. Ellen macarthur foundation, cowes, isle of wight, united kingdom. Now ellen macarthur has eclipsed that allbutforgotten feat. Her chosen book was the sas survival handbook by john lofty wiseman and her luxury item was a fluffy worm mascot.
She chronicled her exploits in the books taking on the world 2002, race against time 2005, and full circle 2010. Chris isonpa macarthur realised that if she was to capitalise on her moment of fame, her days as a competitive sailor would have. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. World recordbreaking sailor dame ellen macarthur has spent a lot of time on the high seas, she reveals how these experiences sparked a revelation about how to manage finite resources on our planet. Macarthurs achievement made her the youngest woman ever to circumnavigate the globe on a solo sail, but she also set a new world record for the feat. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Ellen macarthur dame ellen patricia macarthur, dbe born july 8, 1976 is a british sailor from whatstandwell near matlock in derbyshire, now based in cowes, isle of wight.
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Armed with the knowledge she had accumulated, macarthur finally established the ellen macarthur foundation in september 2010, based in an old sail makers loft on the cowes quayside. Ellens passionate relationship with sailing began when she was eight and stepped aboard her aunts boat to go sailing on the east coast. Ellen is keen to use her fame as a sportsperson to enable her to assist good causes. To unlock contact details for dame ellen macarthur s agent and dame ellen macarthur s management staff, simply log in or register online today. Dame ellen macarthur founder, ellen macarthur foundation new book launched, the circular economy. When 26yearold ellen macarthur became the fastest woman to sail around the world, it was the culmination of years of hard work and determination. Dame ellen macarthur, english yachtswoman who in 2005 set a world record for the fastest solo nonstop voyage around the world on her first attempt. In 2015, macarthur delivered a ted talk that helps to provide clarity on the powerful transformation that led to her retiring from sailing and starting the foundation. After 94 days at sea, ellen returned to a different life, she had come second in one of the hardest races in offshore sailing and the response was massive. To unlock contact details for dame ellen macarthurs agent and dame ellen macarthurs management staff, simply log in or register online today. Check her profile on our website and check her availability to speak. Ellen macarthurs most popular book is taking on the world. Book dame ellen macarthur contact speaker agent jla.
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