Publisher's Synopsis
Fore And Aft Seamanship For Yachtsmen: With Names Of Ropes, Sails, And Spars In A Cutter, Yawl, Or Schooner (1878) is a comprehensive guide to seamanship for yachtsmen written by A Practical Yachtsman. The book covers everything from the basics of sailing to more advanced techniques and maneuvers. It includes detailed descriptions of the various parts of a yacht, such as ropes, sails, and spars, and provides information on how to properly use and maintain them. The author also includes tips on navigation, safety, and weather forecasting, as well as advice on how to handle different types of weather conditions. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in yachting or sailing, and its timeless advice is still relevant today.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.
