The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 384 pages
• Published by: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
• Edition: 1st Edition July 31, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0071498885
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0071498883
• Book Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Weighs: 1.6 pounds

Product 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 --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Description


“Vigor is one of the finest boating writers of our time.”--Cruising World

“You name it, it’s in here. Covers every boating situation. This book is both informative and entertaining.”--Latitudes & Attitudes

“John Vigor is the answer guy if you’re having onboard arguments about nautical terminology or the science of sailing in general, and his new book lives up to the promise in its title.”--Good Old Boat

Whether it’s boat maintenance, navigation, boat handling in all kinds of weather, or the physics of how boats function, every sailor and powerboater requirements a comprehensive go-to source for specialized information. Now you have it with The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating:

• Addresses virtually every aspect of powerboating and sailing in 500 entries
• Covers seamanship and boat handling, navigation, routine boat maintenance, boat design and building, and nautical reference data
• 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
• Includes numerous cross-references and an exhaustive index to direct you quickly to the right entry and to unify related topics
• Makes delightful browsing as well as a source of sound guidance for practically any boating situation

Reader Reviews
This review is from: The Practical Encyclopedia of Boating: An A-Z Compendium of Seamanship, Boat Maintenance, Navigation, and Nautical Wisdom (Hardcover) This well written and to the point. An excellent reference for anyone but especially someone who is getting started in boating. It is one of those that you will want to refer to again and again.