An Introduction to Nautical Science
| Author | : Carl Chase |
| Publisher | : W. W. Norton & Company |
| Total Pages | : 222 |
| Release | : 1991 |
| ISBN-10 | : 039302850X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780393028508 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (508 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis An Introduction to Nautical Science by : Carl Chase
Download or read book An Introduction to Nautical Science written by Carl Chase and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1991 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are the basics: the physics of sailing, the theory of sail, ship handling under sail and power, the diesel engine, electrics and electronic. Here is an introduction to navigation--piloting, celestial, and electronic, the Nautical Almanac, the sextant, plotting, and a marvelous section called "Ten Easy Steps to Success with the Sun." This is an easy-to-understand, readable guide to what is needed to go to sea with confidence.
