How to Build a Boat

In How to Build a Boat, John Gornall embarks on a heartfelt journey to construct a traditional clinker boat as a gift for his newborn daughter, despite lacking woodworking skills and knowledge of boat-building. This adventure serves as both a tribute to the lost art of crafting and a celebration of fatherhood, blending themes of creation and legacy. As Gornall learns the intricacies of this ancient craft, he not only navigates the challenges of boat-building but also redefines his connection with the past and the future he hopes to share with his daughter.