Publisher's Synopsis
Recognised throughout the world, the 'Admiralty Manuals' have become the leading authority on seamanship, navigation, fire-fighting and survival. This new November 2009 edition of 'The Admiralty Manual of Seamanship' is the 10th edition. Each updated edition caters for the needs of its own time and builds upon the wisdom of its predecessors. This revised version is rooted firmly in the 21st century and caters for modern conditions at sea. It is fully updated and now includes additional information previously covered in the Admiralty Submarine Seamanship Manual and the (Admiralty) Royal Fleet Auxillary (RFA) Seamanship Manual. Despite the many changes in technology which have taken place over the years, the fundamental principles of good seamanship are unchanging and these sound principles underpin every facet of this book. This new edition covers up-to-date seamanship knowledge and techniques, relevant to all vessels. It is appropriate
