Publisher's Synopsis
The Perfect Art of Navigation is a historical book written by Dr. John Dee, a renowned mathematician, astronomer, and astrologer from the 16th century. The book is a comprehensive guide to navigation, covering topics such as the use of the compass, the calculation of latitude and longitude, and the interpretation of weather patterns.Dee's book is considered a landmark in the history of navigation, as it was one of the first works to provide a systematic approach to the subject. The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different aspect of navigation. The first part focuses on the use of the compass and other navigational instruments, while the second part covers the calculation of latitude and longitude.The third part of the book is perhaps the most interesting, as it deals with the interpretation of weather patterns and their effect on navigation. Dee was a keen observer of the natural world, and his insights into the behavior of the wind and the sea were ahead of their time.Overall, The Perfect Art of Navigation is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of navigation or the science of sailing. Dee's writing is clear and concise, and his passion for the subject shines through on every page. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or a curious landlubber, this book is sure to delight and educate.This rare and very old manuscript discusses the general and rare memorials pertaining to the perfect art of navigation. This present two-fold treatise written in Old English, is written under the names of three diverse proprieties, states or conditions of man.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.
