> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailing_Alone_Around_the_World
Yes, the Joshua Slocum book, a classic well worth reading.
My book isn't in the same league, but it's developed a loyal following over the years -- it's online and free:
My all-time favorite sailing book quote, from a book titled "Never Again", about a sail in the terrifying "South 40s" near Antarctica: "After the mast blew off, the boat become much more stable." :)