The Handbook of Sailing

The Handbook of Sailing by Bob Bond. Published by Alfred A Knopf, NY, Dec 1983. 1st Edition 4th Printing. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Size 8vo. Condition: Fine in Good- DJ. ISBN 0394508386. LCCN 79-3496. Foreword by Bill Robinson. A complete guide to all sailing techniques and procedures for the beginner and the experienced sailor. With more than 1250 drawings, photographs, and diagrams. Contents includes: Introduction, The Development of Sailing; Basic Sailing; Advanced Sailing; Cruising; Navigation; Meteorology; Maintenance & Safety; 'rodynamics and hydrodynamics; Ropework; Boat ownership; and Glossary & Index. 352 Pgs. Description text copyright 2008 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 17903.