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This vintage book is a complete handbook on buying, making, and maintaining sails for a yacht, with information on handling sails, maintaining them, dealing with rigging, maintaining fittings, and many other related aspects. With simple instructions and a wealth of handy tips, this volume constitutes a must-have for sailing enthusiasts. Contents include: ¿A Look Astern¿, ¿Recent Developments in Yacht Rigs¿, ¿Among the Pioneers¿, ¿Working Sails¿, ¿light Sails¿The Genoa Jib and the Parachute Spinnaker¿, ¿Passage Sails and Storm Canvas¿, ¿Sailcloth¿, ¿Sail Making¿, ¿The Care and Repair of Cotton Sails¿, ¿Rope and Rope Work¿Slices, Knots and Hitches¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

Former Mystic Seaport Curator Ben Fuller has selected and annotated 87 boat plans from the Museum's collection, plus plans for oars and rigging, with the amateur builder in mind. He offers a brief background on each boat, notes their strengths and weaknesses, and offers construction tips or suggestions for using the plans to help the reader select the right boat. The boats range from simple skiffs through handsome Whitehalls and sleek canoes, to a 20-foot catboat."

Canals of Britain is the most comprehensive and absorbing survey of Britain's canal network ever published.It provides a fascinating insight into the linked up waterways as well as the isolated cuts and quiet waters which may not be fully navigable by larger craft. Infinitely varied, it passes picturesque open countryside, wild moorland, coastal harbours, historic industrial buildings, modern city centres, canalside public houses and abundant wildlife.Stuart Fisher looks at every aspect of the canals - their construction, rich history, stunning scenery, heritage, incredible engineering, impressive architecture and even their associated folklore, wildlife and art. Enticing photographs give a flavour of each place and places of interest close to the canals are included. Each canal is intricately mapped.For those who are keen to explore that little bit further, the book goes to points beyond which others usually turn back, with information on little-known parts of the system, offering a new insight into this country's unique, surprising and beautiful canal network. Attractive, inspiring and also a practical guide, The Canals of Britain has proved very popular with walkers, cyclists, narrowboaters, canoeists, kayakers and others wanting to get the most out of Britain's canals. This fourth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the ever-changing landscape of Britain's canals, and includes many new colour photographs to help bring them to life.

This book is a complete manual on boat handling, operation, maintenance, and seamanship. Dealing with everything required for successful boat sailing and management, this volume will be of considerable utility to novice and seasoned enthusiasts alike, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: ¿Handling Boats Under Oars¿, ¿Handling Boars Under Sail¿, ¿Handling Boats Under Power¿, ¿Government Regulation¿, ¿Rules of the Road¿, ¿Ground Tackle¿, ¿Bridge and Quarter-Deck¿, ¿Signals and Signalling¿, ¿The Instruments of Piloting¿, ¿Aids to Navigation¿, ¿Navigation¿, ¿Boat Maintenance¿, ¿Marlinspike Seamanship¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a detailed guide to designing, building, and maintaining a yacht, with information on everything from deck planking to installing skylights. Written in clear, plain language and profusely illustrated, ¿Practical Yacht Construction¿ is highly recommended for yacht owners, designers, and builders with little previous experience. Contents include: ¿Lead Keep¿, ¿Keel and False Keel¿, ¿Stem and Apron¿, ¿Stern Post and Deadwood¿, ¿Horn Timbers¿, ¿Rudder¿, ¿Frames and Timbers¿, ¿Floors¿, ¿Shelf and Clamp Stringers¿, ¿Beams¿, ¿Carlings¿, ¿Knees and Pillars¿, Bottom Planking¿, ¿Deck Planking¿, ¿Bulwarks, Main Rail, Knightheads¿, ¿Fastenings¿, ¿Skylights and Companions¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.

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. ¿Sailing¿ has been carefully selected for a modern readership, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. 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¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a complete guide to sea navigation, with information on tides, using the stars, using a sextant, working out longitude and latitude, reading charts, and much more. Although navigation techniques have developed in modern times, it is still crucial to be familiar with the traditional and time-tested methods. This volume includes information on all aspects of coastal and deep-sea navigation, and constitutes a must-have for both prospective and existing yachtsmen. Contents include: ¿Compass Course Correction¿, ¿On Fixing Position¿, ¿Patent Log and Chart Reading¿, ¿Tides and Tidal Streams¿, ¿Rule of the Road¿, ¿Deep Sea Navigation¿, ¿The Sextant¿, ¿On Finding the Latitude¿, ¿Pole Star Sights¿, ¿Traverse Table¿, ¿On Finding the Longitude¿, ¿Position Lines¿, ¿Star Position Lines¿, ¿Latitude by Ex-Meridian Altitude¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a complete guide to sailing, with information on choosing your vessel, reading tides, racing, design and construction, navigation, and all other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and written in simple language, this book will be of considerable utility to both novice and seasoned sailor alike, and would make for a fantastic addition to allied collections. Contents include: ¿Why They Enjoy It¿, ¿What Kind of Sailing?¿, Picking The Right Boat¿, ¿Going Afloat¿, ¿Knots and Other Notions¿, ¿Managing More Sails¿, ¿Care of Sails¿, ¿Class Distinctions¿, ¿Can I Build Her?¿, ¿Long Life to the Boat¿, ¿Going Racing?¿, ¿Winning Moves¿, ¿You are Officer of the Day¿, ¿Tides and Tidal Streams¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is information on historical yacht races and racing teams from the early twentieth century, complete with detailed descriptions of the events, information on notable figures, articles on rules, and historical track charts. ¿Ocean Racing - The Great Blue Water Yacht Races¿ will appeal to those with a interest in the history of yacht racing, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector. Contents include: ¿The Start of It All¿'Henriietta,' 'Fleetwring' and 'Vesta' Race to England for $90,000¿, ¿'Cambria' Defeats 'Dauntless' in a Thrash to Westward¿, ¿'Coronet' and 'Dauntless; Race to Island¿, ¿'Atlantic Wins the race for the Kaiser's Cup¿, ¿The Bermuda Races¿, ¿Long Distance Racing in the Pacific¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on yachting and boating.

This vintage book is a complete guide to small sailing craft, with a focus on the construction thereof. Written for the amateur boat builder, this handbook is intended to cover all the problems commonly faced by those who attempt to build a boat of their own design, and will be of considerable value to anyone occupied in such an endeavour. Contents include: ¿Methods of Construction¿, ¿Metal V. Wood¿, ¿Durability of Timber¿, ¿Decay¿, ¿Marine Borders¿, ¿Anti-fouling Methods¿, ¿Rigs and Sails¿, ¿Design of Boats¿, ¿Speed and Power¿, ¿Materials of Construction¿, ¿Construction of a Sharpie¿, ¿Sail Making¿, ¿Yacht Racing¿, ¿Anchors, Cable and Rope¿, ¿Choice of Size¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.

This vintage book is a complete guide to small sailing craft, with a focus on the construction thereof. Written for the amateur boat builder, this handbook is intended to cover all the problems commonly faced by those who attempt to build a boat of their own design, and will be of considerable value to anyone occupied in such an endeavour. Contents include: ¿General Introduction¿, ¿First Stages in Building¿, ¿Erecting and Planking¿, ¿Miscellaneous Jobs and Tools¿, ¿Completing the Hard Chine Runabout¿, ¿Timbers, Tools and Some Useful Hints¿, ¿Building a 3-Tonner¿, ¿Construction of a Larger Hull¿, ¿Construction of a Larger Hull¿, ¿Miscellaneous¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.

This book is a classic guide to sailing, with interesting anecdotes, useful information on rigging, instructions for maintenance, and much more besides. Carefully selected for a modern readership, this vintage book will be of considerable utility to both novice and seasoned sailors alike, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector of such literature. Contents include: Contents include: ¿Round the World¿, ¿Shipshape¿, ¿Bristol Fashion¿, ¿Spars and Rigging¿, ¿Square Rig¿, ¿Fore-and-Afters¿, ¿Watch on Deck¿, and ¿Practical Details¿, Spars and Repairs¿. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a complete and accessible guide to sailing yachts, with information on all aspects from choosing a vessel to negotiating storms. With simple instructions and a wealth of useful tips, this volume is ideal for the novice sailor, and would make for a worthy addition to all collections of sailing literature. Contents include: ¿Selection of a Boat¿, ¿Rig¿, ¿Amount of Sail to Carry¿, ¿Terms and Expressions¿, ¿Getting Ready¿, ¿To Hoist the Mainsail¿, ¿To Hoist the Headsail¿, ¿To Reed the Mainsail¿, Securing the Sheets¿, ¿Before Setting Out¿, ¿Getting Under Way¿, ¿Sailing by the Wind¿, ¿Centre Boards¿, ¿Correcting a Weather Helm¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a comprehensive and novice-friendly guide to sailing yachts, with information on preparation, rules, common problems and pitfalls, use of equipment, and many other related aspects. Specially designed for the beginner, this guide contains everything one might need to know about racing, and constitutes a must-read for prospective participants. Contents include: ¿Introductory¿, ¿Before the Start¿, ¿The Last Five Minutes and the Start¿, ¿The Race Itself and the Rule of the Road¿, ¿Foresight¿, ¿Some Typical Situations¿, ¿A Few Tips on Sails and Rigging¿, ¿Conclusion¿, ¿Notes for Race Officers¿, ¿Example of a Protest¿, ¿Example of a Course Card¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on yachting and boating.

This vintage book is a detailed treatise on sailing throughout the ages, with information on sailing in ancient cultures, different methods of construction and navigation, development of the art of sailing, notable historical incidents and figures, and much more. Profusely illustrated and full of fascinating information, this book is highly recommended for those with a real love of sailing, and would make for a fantastic addition to any collection. Contents include: ¿The Art of Sail¿, ¿Egypt¿, ¿Chaldaeo-Phoeniciä, ¿Greece¿, ¿Rome¿, ¿Byzantium¿, ¿The Vikings¿, ¿The Crusades¿, ¿The North¿, ¿The Mediterranean Wasps' Nest: the Arabs, Venice and Genoa, Maltä, ¿Portugal¿, ¿Spain¿, ¿England¿, ¿Holland¿, ¿France¿, ¿The Clippers¿, and ¿The Exotic¿. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a complete guide to navigating around the North channel of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay in Ontario, Canada. It was compiled chiefly from the ¿Georgian Bay and North Channel Pilot¿, and was published by the order of the Minister of Marine and Fisheries in 1895. As well as providing comprehensive directions, the lighthouses, ranges, beacons, buoys, and landmarks are described in detail so that the sailor can be sure of his course while navigating this area. Contents include: ¿Lake Huron¿North Channel¿, ¿Directions West to East¿, ¿St. Joseph Channel¿, ¿St. Joseph Channel¿Directions for Smaller Vessels¿, ¿Directions Eat to West, for Smaller Vessels¿, ¿Description West to East¿, ¿South Side of St. Joseph and North Channels¿Canoe Point to Chamberlain Point¿, ¿North Shore Drummond Island¿, etc. Many old books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This classic book is a comprehensive and accessible guide to yachting, with information on all aspects of the sport form buying a yacht to navigation. Carefully selected for a modern readership, this timeless volume will be of considerable utility to anyone with a practical interest in boating or sailing, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: ¿Author's Note¿, ¿What's What in Yachts¿, ¿Buying a Yacht¿, ¿Fitting Out¿, ¿Sailing¿, ¿Sea English¿, ¿Moorings¿, ¿Cruising¿, ¿On Running Aground¿, ¿Navigation¿, ¿Signalling¿, ¿Gadgets in the Yacht¿, ¿The Sailing Club¿, ¿The Complete Yachtsman¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.

This vintage book is a complete guide to canoe and boat construction designed for amateurs, with information on tools and equipment, designing, materials, common problems, and much more. Written in simple language and profusely illustrated, this book constitutes a must-have for novice boat builders, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: ¿Introduction¿, ¿Designing¿, ¿Model Making¿, ¿Laying Down¿, ¿Methods of Building¿, ¿Tools and Materials¿, ¿Building¿, ¿Wells¿, ¿Aprons¿, ¿Paddles¿, ¿Sails and Rigging¿, ¿Centerboards¿, ¿Rudders¿, ¿Tabernacles¿, ¿Tents and Beds¿, ¿Stoves and Lamps¿, ¿Canvas Canoes¿, ¿Boat Building¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on building boats.

This vintage book is a complete guide to yacht rigging, with instructions for the correct usage of masts, rope, levers, winches, tracks, slides and more. Written in simple language and full of helpful diagrams, this volume constitutes a must-have for all sailing enthusiasts, but would be of most utility to those with little previous experience. Contents include: ¿The Efficiencies of Rigs¿, ¿Modern Rigs¿, ¿Rigs and Rating Rules¿, ¿Three Rigs¿, ¿Masts¿, ¿Rope¿, ¿Blocks and Tackles¿, ¿Shrouds¿, ¿Stays¿, ¿Sheets and Halyards¿, ¿Topping Lifts and Clew Outhauls¿, ¿Tangs and Chainplates¿, ¿Levers and Winches¿, Goosenecks and Roller Reefing¿, Mast Tracks and Slides¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.