A remarkable story of a conventional family of five living a very unconventional life afloat. Into the Light chronicles the inspiring adventures of Dave and Jaja Martin and their crew of three young children as they refit a 33-foot sailboat on a shoestring budget, then test their limits sailing to the pack ice above the Arctic Circle. With their rugged self-sufficiency, commitment to family, and warm sense of humor, the unique approach to life chronicled in Dave and Jaja"s book will resonate for sailors and shore-based families alike. Whether you"re looking for an outdoor/adventure page-turner, or for the inspiration to choose an unconventional path of your own, you"ll find in Into the Light one of those rare books that has the power to touch your heart and soul - while keeping you on the edge of your seat. "Welcome to a radical world of adventure. We realized our dreams by maintaining a spontaneous lifestyle while raising our family. We hope our stories will inspire you to take a chance and live for today." - authors Dave & Jaja Martin(This is the book that inspired the PBS documentary Ice Blink.)