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We first see him as an affable, not-too-slick salesman, promoting some newfangled marine navigation equipment hes designed.

When he hears of the race, he realizes that the publicity might help his flagging business.
he asks Clare, wanly.
I dont want to make devices that allow others to go off and have all the remaining adventures.
Do me a favor.
c’mon do not look up what happened to Donald Crowhurst before you see this film.
Meanwhile, back at home, Clare hangs on for any bit of news she can get.