Sailing - Couverture souple

Heaton, Peter

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1447411595 ISBN 13 : 9781447411598

Editeur : BC Paperback / softback, 2011

Synopsis

This vintage book is a complete and accessible guide to sailing. Designed especially for the 'landlubber', this volume provides just enough information to enable anyone to take out a small boat and bring her back safely.

Heaton, an experienced sailor and author, offers a balanced and comprehensive approach to the entire spectrum of seamanship. The book is lauded for its clarity, its wealth of practical advice, and its ability to cover subjects relevant to every sailor, from the weekend enthusiast to the serious coastal cruiser.

Contents include:

• What This Book is All About
• The Parts of the Ship
• Moorings
• Knots and Splicing
• Bending Sails and Hoisting Them
• The Theory of Sailing
• Getting Under Way
• Before The Wind
• Reaching
• Close-Hauled
• Anchoring, Picking up Moorings and Storing Ship
• Helmsmanship, Trim and Ballast
• Reefing, and Bad Weather Tactics

This book is a timeless classic, recommended for beginner sailors seeking a solid foundation and experienced yachtsmen looking for a comprehensive reference on all aspects of practical seamanship.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: BC Paperback / softback
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1447411595
• ISBN 13: 9781447411598
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 264
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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