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Sailing (1889)

Sailing (1889)

Knight, Edward Frederick

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ISBN10: 116696325X
ISBN13: 9781166963255
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sailing (1889) is a comprehensive guide to the art of sailing, written by Edward Frederick Knight. The book covers everything from the basics of rigging and sailing a small boat to more advanced techniques for navigating in open waters. It is designed to be a practical guide for sailors of all levels, providing clear and concise instructions for all aspects of sailing.The book begins with an overview of the different types of boats and their parts, including masts, sails, rigging, and hulls. It then moves on to the basics of sailing, including how to steer, tack, and jibe. The author also covers more advanced techniques such as trimming sails, dealing with heavy weather, and navigating using a compass and charts.Throughout the book, Knight provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he is describing. He also includes anecdotes and stories from his own experiences as a sailor, adding a personal touch to the text.Sailing (1889) is a classic work on the subject of sailing, and it remains relevant today for anyone interested in learning how to sail or improving their skills on the water. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, this book is an invaluable resource for mastering the art of sailing.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.

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