Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 1

By Stephen Bleecker Luce

Book Overview

Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 1 (1866) is a book written by Stephen Bleecker Luce. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of seamanship, which is the skill of navigating a ship or boat safely and efficiently. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of seamanship, including navigation, rigging, anchoring, and sailing. The author has compiled information from various sources, including other books, manuals, and personal experience, to create a comprehensive guide that is useful for sailors of all levels of experience. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with detailed explanations and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts and techniques of seamanship.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the principles of navigation, the use of charts and compasses, the different types of sails and rigging, and the techniques for anchoring and docking a ship. It also includes information on the proper care and maintenance of a ship, as well as tips for dealing with emergencies at sea.Overall, Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 1 (1866) is an essential guide for anyone interested in learning the art of seamanship. It is a valuable resource for sailors, boaters, and anyone who wants to understand the principles and techniques of navigating a ship safely and efficiently.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167252179
• ISBN13: 9781167252174
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 2.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"