Isbn: 9780243073399 - Hunt's Yachting Magazine, Vol. 18: January 1st, 1869 (classic Reprint) (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of British yachting, with a particular focus on the mid-19th century. The author draws on contemporary accounts and vivid descriptions to provide insights into the world of competitive sailing during this period, when technological advances and a passion for the sport transformed yachting from a leisurely pastime for the wealthy into a competitive pursuit. The book explores the design and construction of racing yachts, the tactics and strategies employed by their crews, and the personalities and rivalries that shaped the sport. It provides a valuable historical account of a pivotal era in yachting, shedding light on the evolution of the sport and the enduring appeal of competitive sailing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 598 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.