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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
ISBN-10
0071437657
ISBN-13
9780071437653
eBay Product ID (ePID)
54361846
Product Key Features
Edition
2
Book Title
Voyager's Handbook : the Essential Guide to Blue Water Cruising
Number of Pages
592 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2006
Topic
Boating, Sailing, Food, Lodging & Transportation / Cruises
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Travel, Sports & Recreation
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.7 in
Item Weight
48.7 Oz
Item Length
11.4 in
Item Width
8.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2006-012463
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
910.2/02
Synopsis
"Belongs in the bookshelf of every cruising vessel."-- Blue Water Sailing "If you are serious about that extended voyage, read The Voyager's Handbook ."-- Sailing "Every now and then a new voice emerges in the world of sailing literature that stands out, a voice that is both clear and of lasting quality. The appearance of such a new voice is something of an event, and that's what we'd call the publication of The Voyager's Handbook ."-- Blue Water Sailing This inspirational and comprehensive manual leads you step by step through every aspect of choosing, planning, and following the voyager's life. Using three example boats representing three cruising lifestyles-- Simplicity , Moderation , and Highlife --Beth Leonard helps make your bluewater dreams come true, whether you're sailing on a shoestring or a CEO's pension.Starting with the things you can't do without--an enthusiastic crew, a seaworthy boat, and, of course, money--Leonard offers sage advice on how to select crewmembers who are truly committed to the voyage, how to choose the right boat for you, and how to find just the right approach to financing your voyage and making the most of every dollar spent. Managing life from a floating home and keeping that home livable, seaworthy, and safe requires you to become, among other things, the ship's purser, engineer, doctor, cook, and cruise director. You'll discover how to prepare for these new roles and put necessary equipment and arrangements in place before you untie your docklines.This exquisitely detailed guide also helps you master the skills you'll need to handle a boat at sea with a small crew, including Weather forecasting Passage planning Watchkeeping Heavy-weather sailing Emergency management Midocean repairs Complete with dozens of easy-to-use graphs and tables for quick reference, along with the hard-won wisdom of experienced cruisers, The Voyager's Handbook is the ultimate resource for anyone who is planning, preparing for, or just dreaming about a great adventure on the high seas., "Belongs in the bookshelf of every cruising vessel."-- Blue Water Sailing "If you are serious about that extended voyage, read The Voyager's Handbook ."-- Sailing "Every now and then a new voice emerges in the world of sailing literature that stands out, a voice that is both clear and of lasting quality. The appearance of such a new voice is something of an event, and that's what we'd call the publication of The Voyager's Handbook ."-- Blue Water Sailing This inspirational and comprehensive manual leads you step by step through every aspect of choosing, planning, and following the voyager's life. Using three example boats representing three cruising lifestyles-- Simplicity , Moderation , and Highlife --Beth Leonard helps make your bluewater dreams come true, whether you're sailing on a shoestring or a CEO's pension. Starting with the things you can't do without--an enthusiastic crew, a seaworthy boat, and, of course, money--Leonard offers sage advice on how to select crewmembers who are truly committed to the voyage, how to choose the right boat for you, and how to find just the right approach to financing your voyage and making the most of every dollar spent. Managing life from a floating home and keeping that home livable, seaworthy, and safe requires you to become, among other things, the ship's purser, engineer, doctor, cook, and cruise director. You'll discover how to prepare for these new roles and put necessary equipment and arrangements in place before you untie your docklines. This exquisitely detailed guide also helps you master the skills you'll need to handle a boat at sea with a small crew, including Weather forecasting Passage planning Watchkeeping Heavy-weather sailing Emergency management Midocean repairs Complete with dozens of easy-to-use graphs and tables for quick reference, along with the hard-won wisdom of experienced cruisers, The Voyager's Handbook is the ultimate resource for anyone who is planning, preparing for, or just dreaming about a great adventure on the high seas.
LC Classification Number
GV811.L426 2006
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- 10 Sep, 2018
Excellent guide to offshore cruising.
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Everything you need to know.
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