The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating
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The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating by John Vigor
'Vigor is one of the finest boating writers of our time' - "Cruising World". From A to Z: A complete compendium for every boating situation. So many things go into the pastime of boating. Whether it's boat maintenance, navigation, handling in all kinds of weather, or the physics of how boats function, every sailor and powerboater needs a comprehensive reference to rely on as the go-to source for specialized information. Now you have it - with "The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating".In an easy-to-use format, you'll have the information you most need at your fingertips - written by acclaimed boating writer John Vigor. "The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating" isn't simply an essential addition to your library, but also a delight to browse and read. Five hundred concise entries in alphabetical order address virtually every aspect of powerboating and sailing. It covers seamanship and boat handling, navigation, routine boat maintenance, boat design and building, and nautical reference data. It ranges from vital techniques - such as recovering overboard crew and measuring distances off - to essential concepts like reading the water and sky and evaluating a boat's seaworthiness. It also covers traditional nautical wisdom as well as modern developments. It includes delightful nuggets of sea lore such as how to rename a boat without incurring bad luck.An extensive bibliography points you to further sources of information. Numerous cross-references and an exhaustive index direct you to the right entry quickly and unify related topics. "The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating" will give you sound guidance for practically any boating situation you might encounter.
Vigor is one of the finest boating writers of our time - Cruising World; Vigor presents an incredible amount of information in a very clear way - Ocean Navigator; Well organized and easy to readIt should be on every vessel - Ensign review of Boatowner's Handbook; An invaluable resource. Vigor's practical wisdom gives you the know-how and confidence to prepare your boat for the sea - Cruising World review of Seaworthy Offshore Sailboat
John Vigor (Bellingham, WA), a journalist for 35 years and former managing editor of Sea Magazine, has sailed more than 15,000 ocean miles. He is the author of The Practical Mariners Book of Knowledge (IM, 1994).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780071378857 |
| ISBN 10 | 0071378855 |
| Title | The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating |
| Author | John Vigor |
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| Binding type | Hardback |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill Education - Europe |
| Year published | 2003-12-16 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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