Sailing - A Guide for Everyman

This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive and novice-friendly guide to sailing. Including all the information a beginner needs to know, this accessible and profusely illustrated guide constitutes the ideal introductory book. Although old, the information contained within this volume is timeless, and would be of considerable utility to the modern enthusiast. Chapters include: “Is It Expensive?”, “Old Boats and New”, “Beginning to Sail”, “Engines”, “Rigs”, “Cruising: Gear”, “Cruising: Bu...