Practical Sailing Directions And Coasting Guide: From The Sand Heads To Rangoon, Maulmain, Akyab, And Vice Versa (1871) - Couverture souple
Synopsis
""Practical Sailing Directions And Coasting Guide: From The Sand Heads To Rangoon, Maulmain, Akyab, And Vice Versa (1871)"" is a comprehensive guidebook for sailors and navigators traveling along the coast of Burma. Written by Nathaniel Heckford, a British naval officer and experienced sailor, the book provides detailed information on the geography, climate, tides, currents, and hazards of the region, as well as practical advice on navigation, anchoring, and provisioning. The book includes detailed charts, diagrams, and illustrations, as well as descriptions of ports, harbors, and landmarks along the coast. It is an invaluable resource for anyone planning to sail or navigate in the waters of Burma, and a fascinating historical document that offers a glimpse into the challenges and adventures of seafaring in the 19th century.With A Table For The Dangerous Gulf Of Martaban, Sets Of Current, And Description Of The Land. To Which Is Added Directions For The Entire Bay Of Bengal, And Straits Of Malacca.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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