That is sad news - even more sad that he seemed to have been less than happy in his later years. From his book, and from someone I knew who spent time with him, he seemed a very attractive, happy-go-lucky person during the time of his Atlantic circuit. As you say, another book would have been a wonderful gift: to think how different his life might have been if he hadn't lost his little ship.
Reading this thread, gave me the nudge to check once again on Abe books to see if there is an affordable copy available. THERE IS!!! In fact there are three under US$50. Well, two, actually - I've just ordered one. I can't say how thrilled I am to think I'll have a paper copy of this wonderful book again. So those still chasing a hard copy of this book, get on line now!