Celestial Navigation by Toghill Jeff (23 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Good. In fact, the maximum mathematics involved in the new sight reduction systems is the addition of three lines of figures. Similarly, the apparent complexities of the solar and stellar systems take on a less frightening appearance when related to the lighthouses and similar earthly objects used for coastal navigation. Throughout this book, the author uses such a comparison between earthly and heavenly objects in explaining the close relationship between coastal and celestial navigation. In doing so, he reduces a complex subject to a simple and interesting one that can be absorbed by even the most non-mathematically minded. The book concentrates for much of its length on the plotting of the boat's position by sun, planets, and stars when out of sight of land. It also deals with related navigational routines such as checking the compass by using heavenly objects, taking radio time signals, and adjusting the sextant for day-to-day corrections. This is celestial navigation in its simplest form, presented in a way which even the most amateur navigator can understand and absorb.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In fact, the maximum mathematics involved in the new sight reduction systems is the addition of three lines of figures. Similarly, the apparent complexities of the solar and stellar systems take on a less frightening appearance when related to the lighthouses and similar earthly objects used for coastal navigation. Throughout this book, the author uses such a comparison between earthly and heavenly objects in explaining the close relationship between coastal and celestial navigation. In doing so, he reduces a complex subject to a simple and interesting one that can be absorbed by even the most non-mathematically minded. The book concentrates for much of its length on the plotting of the boat's position by sun, planets, and stars when out of sight of land. It also deals with related navigational routines such as checking the compass by using heavenly objects, taking radio time signals, and adjusting the sextant for day-to-day corrections. This is celestial navigation in its simplest form, presented in a way which even the most amateur navigator can understand and absorb.…

Condition: good. Signs of wear and consistent use.

Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Condition: Good. Reprint. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condition: Good. In fact, the maximum mathematics involved in the new sight reduction systems is the addition of three lines of figures. Similarly, the apparent complexities of the solar and stellar systems take on a less frightening appearance when related to the lighthouses and similar earthly objects used for coastal navigation. Throughout this book, the author uses such a comparison between earthly and heavenly objects in explaining the close relationship between coastal and celestial navigation. In doing so, he reduces a complex subject to a simple and interesting one that can be absorbed by even the most non-mathematically minded. The book concentrates for much of its length on the plotting of the boat's position by sun, planets, and stars when out of sight of land. It also deals with related navigational routines such as checking the compass by using heavenly objects, taking radio time signals, and adjusting the sextant for day-to-day corrections. This is celestial navigation in its simplest form, presented in a way which even the most amateur navigator can understand and absorb.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In fact, the maximum mathematics involved in the new sight reduction systems is the addition of three lines of figures. Similarly, the apparent complexities of the solar and stellar systems take on a less frightening appearance when related to the lighthouses and similar earthly objects used for coastal navigation. Throughout this book, the author uses such a comparison between earthly and heavenly objects in explaining the close relationship between coastal and celestial navigation. In doing so, he reduces a complex subject to a simple and interesting one that can be absorbed by even the most non-mathematically minded. The book concentrates for much of its length on the plotting of the boat's position by sun, planets, and stars when out of sight of land. It also deals with related navigational routines such as checking the compass by using heavenly objects, taking radio time signals, and adjusting the sextant for day-to-day corrections. This is celestial navigation in its simplest form, presented in a way which even the most amateur navigator can understand and absorb.…

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condition: like_new. This book is in Like New condition. It is unused, but has a remainder mark on the edge of the pages. Otherwise it is a new book.

Trade Paperback. Condition: VG. used trade paperback edition. lightly shelfworn, corners perhaps slightly bumped. pages and binding are clean, straight and tight. there are no marks to the text or other serious flaws.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First US Edition. Very Good Condition. No dust jacket. Light soiling on the edge of the text block. No internal markings.; 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall.

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 3rd Edition. A good clean copy which feels unread. This guide to celestial navigation covers the instruments required, estimating positioning and dead reckoning, tables and computations, course plotting and star identification. It concentrates on the plotting of the boat's position by sun, planets and stars when out of sight of land.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good - sl Wear. Reprint.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. A very clean copy. Jeff Toghill's Celestial Navigation for Beginners is a compact, practical introduction to traditional navigation for sailors who want to understand the fundamentals behind sextant work and position‑finding. Toghill explains how to take sights of the sun, planets, and stars; how to adjust and use a sextant; how to work with radio time signals; and how to plot positions with straightforward, non‑technical methods. The book is designed for readers without strong mathematical backgrounds, making it a long‑standing favourite among coastal and blue‑water sailors wanting a clear, confidence‑building guide.…

Softcover. Condition: Fine. First UK Edition. 8vo. 111 pp. B/w illustrated. Clean and bright. FINE.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Fine. First Thus. This mint unread copy is bound in illustrated card covers as issued. The text block is tight white, bright and square. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. Where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased charges will be quoted, where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. An authorititative and comprehensive but accessible illustrated guide to celestial navigation. Ref NNN 4.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 5.5 x 8.5"; 111pp; large format paperback; illustrated; very good copy; Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.

Reprint of 1978 original. 112 PP with tables and figures (diagrams, drawings, b/w photos). Stiff covers, pictorial front. Near fine. 21.5 x 14. The Sextant and Chronometer, Errors and Corrections, Estimated Position and Dead Reckoning, The Celestial Globe, The Tables.The Computation, Plotting, Other Celestial Work, Star Identification.…

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.