The son of a joiner, Gavin Rudgley was born in Southampton in the United Kingdom. At school, he became a keen canoeist competing in slalom and canoe polo events at home and abroad....view moreThe son of a joiner, Gavin Rudgley was born in Southampton in the United Kingdom. At school, he became a keen canoeist competing in slalom and canoe polo events at home and abroad. He followed this interest in maritime matters into his professional life and is now a naval architect employed by the UK government, being involved in the design, construction and maintenance of many ships of the Royal Navy. He is married to Denise with whom he has twins, Jack and Sorcha. His writings are dedicated to his family.view less