The Yachtman's and Amateur Sailor's Primer: Containing a Few Hints Upon Seamanship, and Simple Methods for Finding the Latitude and Longitude (1863)
Thomas Robinson Warren
The Yachtman’s and Amateur Sailor’s Primer: Containing a Few Hints Upon Seamanship, and Simple Methods for Finding the Latitude and Longitude (1863)
Thomas Robinson Warren
The Yachtman???????s and Amateur Sailor???????s Primer, written by Thomas Robinson Warren and published in 1863, is a comprehensive guide for those interested in seamanship and navigation. The book provides practical advice and tips for amateur sailors, including information on seamanship, sailing techniques, and simple methods for finding latitude and longitude. The author covers a range of topics, including the basics of sailing, the different types of boats and sails, and the equipment needed for a successful voyage. He also provides advice on how to navigate using the stars, the sun, and other celestial objects, as well as how to use a compass and other navigational tools.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy to understand for beginners. It also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the concepts being discussed. Overall, The Yachtman???????s and Amateur Sailor???????s Primer is an excellent resource for anyone interested in sailing, whether they are a novice or an experienced sailor. It provides practical advice and tips that can be applied in real-world situations, making it a valuable addition to any sailor???????s library.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.
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