A Yachtsman's Guide to Boat Interiors - A Collection of Historical Sailing Articles on the Design and Equipment Below Deck

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ISBN 10: 1447413989 / ISBN 13: 9781447413981

Published by Richardson Press, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Yachtsman's Guide to Boat Interiors - A Collection of Historical Sailing Articles on the Design and Equipment Below Deck
• Publisher: Richardson Press
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1447413989
• ISBN 13: 9781447413981
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book is a collection of classic articles on sailing yachts, dealing with subjects including boat design, equipment, repairs, sailing yachts, and much more.

Drawn from classic maritime publications (spanning the early to mid-20th century), this volume provides a rich historical perspective on the ingenious methods used to create functional and attractive accommodations within the confines of a hull. It is an essential resource for understanding the principles of traditional cabin joinery, practical storage solutions, and optimal below-deck layout.

The articles include:

• Motor Boating for All
• Sailing: A Piratical Handbook on the Equipment, Handling and Up-keep of Open, Half-Decked and Small-Decked Boats
• Modern Boat Building
• Practical Conversions and Yacht Repairs
• Elements of Yacht Sailing and Cruising
• Yachting: How to Sail and Manage a Small Modern Yacht

Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in yacht sailing.