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 I think a "day sailor" style boat would be the best fit.  Unless your are super psyched on racing, then get some racing boat.  

But you can by like a 20-28' beautifull day sailor that will be easy to learn on, impress friends, and if educate you in whichdirections if any you want to take in sailing.  

Look at the modern classics in this article

https://www.sailmagazine.com/boats/the-six-categories-of-daysailers-and-why-we-love-them