Celestial Navigation for Yachtsmen, 9781472942876
Paperback
Navigate by the stars: a timeless guide for when technology fails.

Celestial Navigation for Yachtsmen

13th edition

$40.27

  • Paperback

    96 pages

  • Release Date

    31 May 2017

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Summary

Celestial Navigation for Yachtsmen: Navigate by the Stars

The 13th edition of this bestselling book continues Mary Blewitt’s legacy of explaining celestial navigation with concise clarity. For generations, this book has been a trusted guide for ocean navigators.

Despite advancements in electronic navigation, traditional skills remain essential. Batteries can fail, equipment can be damaged, and electronics can malfunction.

For over 65 years, Celestial Navigation f…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781472942876
ISBN-10:1472942876
Author:Mary Blewitt
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:Adlard Coles Nautical
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:96
Edition:13th
Release Date:31 May 2017
Weight:140g
Dimensions:212mm x 138mm x 8mm
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Critics Review

” Celestial Navigation for Yachtmen is a model of simplicity and clarity.” - World Cruising

Celestial Navigation for Yachtmen is a model of simplicity and clarity * World Cruising *

About The Author

Mary Blewitt

The late Mary Blewitt, better known by her married name of Mary Pera, was involved with sailing for most of her life. Formerly a top ocean racing navigator as well as secretary of the Royal Ocean Racing Club for a number of years, she was also Chairman of the ISAF racing rules committee, and an international judge and jury chairman at major championships and regattas.

Andy Du Port was an editor of Reeds Almanacs for many years. He is also the author of The Yacht Owner’s Manual, published by Adlard Coles Nautical.

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