The Art and Science of Sails: A Guide to Modern Materials, Construction, Aerodynamics, Upkeep, and Use

Whidden, Tom; Levitt, Michael

ISBN 10: 0312044178 / ISBN 13: 9780312044176

Published by St Martins Press, 1990

About this Item

Clean crisp copy with no markings., Slight tears to jacket, Some Chipping.

Seller Inventory # 1277618

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Art and Science of Sails: A Guide to Modern Materials, Construction, Aerodynamics, Upkeep, and Use
• Publisher: St Martins Press
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0312044178
• ISBN 13: 9780312044176
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Ships

About this title

Synopsis

A guide for both cruisers and racers. Whidden (North Sails) looks at the latest materials and rigging methods, gives a new explanation of sailboat aerodynamics, describes different cloths and designs, and the construction and trim of sails. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Reviews

For anyone in the process of ordering a new genoa jib, this book is both timely and informative. Whidden, president of North Sails, has provided a readable volume which starts with sail material and concludes with the care thereof. In between, there is much valuable information regarding such matters as design and development, sail and rigging trim, and choice of inventory for various sailing interests. While the book is aimed at the specialist, the style is clear enough for most sailors. Highly recommended for all libraries with a literate sailing clientele. Dolphin Book Club Selection; first serial, Sailing . -- Robert E. Greenfield, formerly with Baltimore Cty. P.L.
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