Celestial Navigation for Yachtsmen
13th edition
$23.20
- Paperback
96 pages
- Release Date
31 May 2017
Summary
The 13th edition of this bestselling book is proof of the success of Mary Blewitt’s concise and clear style in explaining a particularly difficult skill, and it has been the bible for many generations of ocean navigators.
Since this book was first published, the huge advances in electronic navigation have transported most offshore navigators to a world of press-button convenience. However, there is still a vital need for traditional skills when things go wrong: batteries can fail, aer…
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: | 107g |
| Dimensions: | 214mm x 136mm x 12mm |
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” 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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