The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating - Hardcover

Vigor, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0071378855 ISBN 13: 9780071378857

Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2003

Synopsis

'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.

About this title

Review:

"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 read. It 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

About the Author:

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).

About this edition

• Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0071378855
• ISBN 13: 9780071378857
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 352