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The Seaman's Guide To The Islands Of The North Pacific: With An Appendix On The Winds, Weather, Currents, Etc., Of The North And South Pacific (1870)

The Seaman's Guide To The Islands Of The North Pacific: With An Appendix On The Winds, Weather, Currents, Etc., Of The North And South Pacific (1870)

Rosser, William Henry

Paperback

Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesPhysics

ISBN10: 1164934759
ISBN13: 9781164934752
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Seaman's Guide to the Islands of the North Pacific, written by William Henry Rosser in 1870, is a comprehensive guidebook for sailors navigating the waters of the North Pacific. The book is divided into two main sections: the first section provides detailed information on the islands of the North Pacific, including their geography, climate, and inhabitants. The second section is an appendix that covers topics such as the winds, weather patterns, and ocean currents of both the North and South Pacific.The guidebook includes detailed descriptions of the various islands in the North Pacific, including their locations, sizes, and topography. Rosser also provides information on the flora and fauna of each island, as well as the cultures and customs of the indigenous peoples who inhabit them.In addition to the island descriptions, the appendix section of the book provides valuable information for sailors, including charts of ocean currents and wind patterns, as well as tips for navigating through storms and other weather conditions. The appendix also includes a glossary of nautical terms and a list of important ports and harbors in the Pacific.Overall, The Seaman's Guide to the Islands of the North Pacific is a valuable resource for sailors and anyone interested in the geography and culture of the North Pacific region. Rosser's detailed descriptions and practical advice make this book an essential guide for anyone planning a voyage through these waters.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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