Art and Science of Sails : A Guide to Modern Materials, Construction, Aerodynamics, Upkeep and Use. This item is unavailable.
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Language: English
Published by St. Martin's Press, 1990
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- Title
- Art and Science of Sails : A Guide to Modern Materials, Construction, Aerodynamics, Upkeep and Use
- Author
- Whidden, Tom
- Publisher
- St. Martin's Press
- Publication year
- 1990
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0312044178
- ISBN 13
- 9780312044176
- Edition
- 1st.
- Item weight
- 1.925 pounds
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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.
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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.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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