description: 100 color photos 80 color illustrations 8 x 11 * A complete, beautifully illustrated introduction to sailboats and sailing * Evolution of sailboat design, from dinghies to ocean racers * Seamanship, boat-buying guide, safety, knots Packed with information, from the history of sailing to first aid at sea, this lavishly illustrated reference is a must-have for the sailor's library. The clear, concise text is augmented by color photos and crisp, easy-to-read illustrations of everything from sail configurations and sailing maneuvers to knots, anchoring procedures, and international flag codes. Separate chapters cover advanced sailing and racing skills, and long-distance cruising. With glossary and index. Dave Cox designs and sails ocean racers. He writes a column for Sailing Inland &amp; Offshore, South Africa's oldest yachting magazine, and is councillor of the international Offshore Racing Council and vice-chairman of the Cruising Association of South Africa.
language: English
title: The Sailing Handbook
titlecomplete: The Sailing Handbook
ratings_count: 6
publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd