Isbn: 9780243578481 - Versi E Prose Scelte (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is the first comprehensive manual on sailing, covering a wide range of topics from ship design and maintenance to navigation and safety at sea. Written in the Renaissance period, it draws on both ancient and contemporary sources to provide a detailed exploration of the art of sailing. The author, a scholar and naval enthusiast, presents a wealth of practical advice and insights into the challenges and rewards of seafaring. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the techniques and knowledge required to navigate the vast expanse of the ocean, and the ways in which sailing has shaped human history and culture. Through its exploration of shipbuilding, celestial navigation, weather forecasting, and seamanship, this book stands as a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of those who ventured out onto the open sea, expanding our understanding of the world and connecting civilizations across vast distances. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…