The Yachtsman's Guide, A Book In Three Parts: Written Specially For Yachtsmen (1885)

By Howard Patterson

Book Overview

The Yachtsman's Guide is a book that has been written in three parts and is specially designed for yachtsmen. It was first published in 1885 by Howard Patterson. This book is a comprehensive guide that covers everything that a yachtsman needs to know. It provides detailed information on navigation, seamanship, and yacht racing. The first part of the book covers the basics of sailing, including the different types of boats, rigging, and sails. The second part of the book is focused on navigation and includes information on charts, tides, currents, and weather. The third part of the book is all about yacht racing and includes tips on how to win races, as well as information on the rules and regulations of yacht racing. The Yachtsman's Guide is an essential read for anyone who is interested in sailing, whether they are a beginner or an experienced sailor. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of yachtsmen and is still relevant today.Contains Rudimentary Treatise On Navigation; Practical Navigation; Important Rules, Yacht Discipline, Etc.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120938961
• ISBN13: 9781120938961
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"