Synopsis
From dugouts to modern sailboats, discover how boats are built, used, and cared for
This practical guide traces the long history of boats and shows how traditional ideas still shape today’s craft. It blends historical context with clear, hands-on advice for sailors and boat owners.
The book covers the evolution of vessels, explains key rigging and hull types, and offers straightforward guidance on keeping boats safe and seaworthy. You’ll find step‑by‑step care tips, from maintaining sails and rigging to choosing anchors and moorings, plus a glossary of essential nautical terms.- A readable tour of boat history and design, from primitive craft to fore‑and‑aft rigs
- Practical maintenance routines for sails, rigging, anchors, and ballast
- Easy, durable advice on mooring, docking, and storm readiness
- A handy nautical terms guide to build your sailing vocabulary
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