The Handbook of Sailing

The Handbook of Sailing by Bob Bond. Published by Alfred A Knopf, New York, NY, Dec 1983. 1st Edition 4th Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good- DJ. 352 Pgs. 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. Description text copyright 2008 BooksForComfort. Item ID 17903.