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Annapolis Book of Seamanship : Fourth Edition by John Rousmaniere (2014, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSimon & Schuster
ISBN-101451650191
ISBN-139781451650198
eBay Product ID (ePID)111957615
Product Key Features
Book TitleAnnapolis Book of Seamanship : Fourth Edition
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSailing, Reference, General, Ships & Shipbuilding / General
Publication Year2014
IllustratorYes, Smith, Mark
GenreTransportation, Sports & Recreation
AuthorJohn Rousmaniere
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight47.4 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-412287
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ReviewsSail magazine The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is about practically everything that has to do with sailing and sailboats., Sea magazine The piloting part is unusually thorough and understandable and could serve as a text all by itself. The individual chapters on sailing in heavy weather and handling emergencies are recommended reading for all who sail., There is no other book as comprehensive or as readable as The Annapolis Book of Seamanship , and this 4th edition sets a new benchmark. Completely revised sections, including safety, heavy weather, electronics, health, emergencies and more, make the book more than 50% new. This is the one book that should be on every sailor's bookshelf., The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is an essential book for every mariner, and a must-read reference for every seasoned or first-time sailor. I keep one copy at home and another on my boat. Every topic is easy to find, and the graphics and pictures are extremely helpful. John has had a remarkable career as a top small boat sailor, blue water racer, and adventure cruiser and is one of America's most acclaimed experts on safety at sea., American Sailing AssociationThe beauty of the book is that it is both a superb reference manual, which any sailor -- regardless of experience -- will want to own, and a readable, practical introduction to sailing for the beginner, A joy to behold. The most complete and best reference book on the sport that has ever been available., Since the first edition, The Annapolis Book of Seamanship has been the definitive source for sailing and seamanship. The new 4th edition brings this essential reference up to date with the latest in equipment and sailing technique. There is nothing else like it. Clear and concise, yet complete; The Annapolis Book of Seamanship covers this vast topic with a clarity in organization, language, and presentation to allow thorough understanding, and with enough depth and detail to provide real substance. This is the book I go to, and the one I recommend to sailors of every experience level., Yachting magazine [Rousmaniere's] chapters on sail trim and weather, in particular, are the best that I can recall reading., Tony Gibbs Dolphin Book Club News Once in a great while a book comes along which is so original that is stands outside normal comparison. The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is such a work....A remarkable achievement, a first-rate book in every way. It will almost certainly become -- in short order -- the standard to which succeeding volumes are compared.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal623.88
Table Of ContentContents Preface New in This Edition Seamanship and Romance Chapter 1: The Boat The Parts of a Boat Bending on Sails How Boats Work Boat Dimensions The Lines Plan Boat Selection Multihulls Construction Materials The Rig Traditional Rigs Sail Furling Chapter 2: Getting Under Way The Points of Sail True Wind and Apparent Wind Basic Sail Trimming Changing Tacks Stopping the Boat Personal and Boat Preparations Getting Going Boat-Handling Drills Rules of the Road Coming Back In Maneuvering Under Power Tips for Better Boat Handling Chapter 3: Sail Trim Sail Controls Sail Materials and Design Sail Types Sail Shape Determining Wind Direction Sail Trim in Light to Moderate Conditions Depowering in Fresh and Strong Winds How Boats Balance Boat-Handling Drills How to Measure Weather Helm Upwind Sailing Techniques Downwind Sailing Techniques The Spinnaker The Asymmetrical Spinnaker Sail Care and Repair Chapter 4: Weather The Daily Weather Cycle The Prevailing Southwest Wind The Thermal Effect Trade Winds Highs and Lows Fronts Low-Pressure Systems A Classic Storm Squalls Fog Weather Forecasting Weather Signs and Sayings Waves and Tides How Hard Is It Really Blowing? Chapter 5: Sail-Handling Gear and Knots Line and Rope Line Wire Rope Line Maintenance Knots The Preventer, Vang, and Topping Lift Cleats Blocks, Tackles, and Shackles Winches Chapter 6: The Sailor''s Health Roles on Board Clothing Foul-Weather Gear Medical Problems First Aid Chapter 7: Personal Safety Life Jackets Staying on Board Safety Harnesses Crew-Overboard Rescue The Lifesling System Chapter 8: Rules of the Road The Rules in Summary Navigation Lights Maneuvering in Collision Situations Chapter 9: Navigation Aids Buoys Lighthouses Charts Other Publications Chapter 10: The Magnetic Compass parMagnetic North and the First Compass Magnetic North and True North Variation Parts of the Compass Compass Types Deviation Correcting Compass Error Chapter 11: Plotting and Position Finding A Navigator''s Tools Magnetic or True? The Log Book and SOP The DR Setting the Course The EP and LOP The Fix The Running Fix Indirect Courses Review Quiz Chapter 12: Special Piloting Techniques Position Finding with One Aid: Distance-Off Danger Bearings and Circles Piloting with Soundings Tide and Current Guidelines for Safe Piloting Introduction to Celestial Navigation Review Quiz Chapter 13: Electronic Navigation and Radiotelephones Radio Direction Finder (RDF) Loran-C Global Positioning System (GPS) Radar Radiotelephones Chapter 14: Anchoring Ground Tackle How to Anchor Kedging-Off Weighing Anchor Chapter 15: Sailing in Heavy Weather Crew Preparation Shortening Sail Boat Handling Squalls Gales Chapter 16: Emergencies Preparation Running Aground Towing Steering Failure Dismasting Capsize Life Rafts Leaks and Sinking Fire Distress Signaling Evacuation Chapter 17: Equipment and Maintenance Running Rigging Stays and Their Equipment Going Aloft The Hull and Interior The Engine Winterizing Tools, Tape, and Lubricants Chapter 18: Traditions and Courtesies Under Way Flag Etiquette Clothing Yachting History Sailing Today Appendix I: Required Equipment Appendix II: The Coast Guard and Other Boating Organizations Appendix III: Cruising and Racing Appendix IV: Children and Sailing Glossary of Sailing Terms A Sailor''s Library Index Review Quiz Answers Acknowledgments and Credits
SynopsisCompletely revised and updated to address changes in technology and safety standards, this new edition is the definitive guide to the art and science of sailing. "The art of sailing, maneuvering, and preserving a ship or a boat in all positions and under all reasonable circumstances." With the addition of the words, "and some unreasonable circumstances, too," this definition of "seamanship" is as valid today as when the first edition of this book was published in 1983. The aim remains to advise you the sailor on essential gear, skills, and behavior that enhance your pleasure and safety. This edition of The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is an extensive update. Much of the text is new or revised, and there are many new photos. Throughout, the book stresses the skills and attitudes that comprise what the author calls "The Seamanship Ethos." The first four chapters cover the boat, basic sailing skills, sail trim, and weather, with the first of many "Hands On" sections with their tips. The topics of health (including seasickness) and on board safety follow, with lessons learned from on-water tests and studies of boating accidents. We look closely at the elements of piloting, navigation, and electronics, including Digital Selective Calling, the US Coast Guard's emergency communication system. Moving on to the arts of traditional seamanship--anchoring, heavy weather, and emergencies -- there is much on modern equipment and skills, again based on experience. The book ends with boat maintenance and the traditions that make sailing the beloved pastime it is. Appendixes include best practices for protecting the marine environment and bringing up children under sail.
LC Classification NumberGV811.5
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The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is an excellent resource and belongs in the library of every serious yachtsman...
As a professional Captain, Sailing Instructor, and lifelong boating enthusiast I have seen many books on seamanship, but none as comprehensive and as readable as this one. Virtually every topic that you need to know about safe boating and the practical side of "How do I...?" you will find in this book. And that is true if you are a power boater or a sailor. Plus, the illustrations and diagrams (Visual Aids) are superb. Even with my experience and 30,000 sea miles under my keel, there is much for me to glean from this work, and it has become my go-to reference. The Annapolis Book of Seamanship is an excellent resource and belongs in the library of every serious yachtsman or woman. Read it. Learn from it. Most importantly, apply the knowledge found there to your experiences on the water. To do so will enhance your pleasure, your confidence, and help you to be a better operator. Safe Boating! -Captain JoeVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
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