Sailing Directions for the West Coasts of France, Spain, and Portugal: From Ushant to Gibralter Strait, Including the African Coast from Cape Spartel to Mogador (1885)

Sailing Directions For The West Coasts Of France, Spain, And Portugal: From Ushant To Gibralter Strait, Including The African Coast From Cape Spartel To Mogador (1885) is a comprehensive guidebook for sailors navigating the western coasts of France, Spain, and Portugal, as well as the African coast from Cape Spartel to Mogador. Written by Staff Commander Hitchfield, the book contains detailed information on the geography, climate, tides, currents, and hazards of the region, as well as the ports, anchorages, and navigational aids available to sailors. It also includes descriptions of the local customs, languages, and cultures, making it a valuable resource for anyone planning a voyage in this area. First published in 1885, this book is a historical record of the sailing conditions and practices of the time, and remains a useful reference for modern-day sailors and historians alike.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.