Homeward Bound, A Seaman???????s Sunday Book is a comprehensive guidebook for sailors, written by A Sailor???????s Friend and originally published in 1863. The book contains practical sailing directions for both the quarterdeck and the forecastle, and is intended to be used as a reference guide for seamen as they navigate their way across the seas. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of sailing. The first section provides an overview of the different parts of a ship, including the hull, rigging, and sails. The second section focuses on navigation, providing detailed instructions for using a compass, calculating distances, and plotting a course. Other sections of the book cover topics such as seamanship, ship handling, and safety at sea. The author provides practical advice on everything from anchoring and mooring to dealing with storms and other emergencies. There are also sections on shipboard etiquette and the responsibilities of different crew members.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of discipline and teamwork on board a ship. He stresses the need for sailors to work together and follow orders in order to ensure the safety and success of the voyage. In addition to its practical advice, Homeward Bound, A Seaman???????s Sunday Book also contains numerous stories and anecdotes from the author???????s own experiences at sea. These tales provide a vivid and entertaining glimpse into the life of a sailor in the mid-19th century.Overall, Homeward Bound, A Seaman???????s Sunday Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in sailing, seamanship, or maritime history. Its clear and concise instructions, combined with its engaging storytelling, make it a classic of nautical literature.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.
