Book Description | This book is a collection of classic articles on sailing yachts, dealing with subjects including signalling, lights, right of way, and many other aspects of sailing. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to both novice and seasoned yachtsmen alike. The articles include: “Boat Sailing for Beginners”, “Elements of Yacht Sailing and Cruising”, “Junior Skipper's Handbook – A Guide to Sailing for Boys and Girls”, “Learning to Sail”, “Lee-Oh! - A Guide to Enjoying the Art of Sailing”, “Motor Boating for the Novice”, “Outing Library of Sport – Boat Sailing in Fair Weather and Foul”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing. |