A. J. Kenealy's Yachting Wrinkles is a compact yet richly informative manual that unites practical seamanship with the historical culture of yachting. Addressed to both the racing and cruising yachtsman, the book gathers technical advice, tactical observations, and accumulated maritime "wrinkles" into a clear, serviceable form. Its style reflects the late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century handbook tradition: brisk, authoritative, and grounded in lived experience rather than abstracti...

Seaside Stories: 29 Books of Boating Adventures gathers a capacious body of maritime adventure writing in which coasts, rivers, harbors, and open water become arenas for curiosity, discipline, danger, and comradeship. Ranging from brisk episodic tales and practical boating narratives to mysteries, survival episodes, and morally inflected coming-of-age adventures, the volume reflects the broad appeal of nautical fiction. Its many voyages, rescues, contests, and encounters with uncertain wea...

This book, originally from 1894, here in its 6th edition from 1903, was a bestseller at its time. It was written in a simple sailor style for all lovers of the sea and boats. The book covers every aspect of sailing small boats and yachts, from the choice of the boat to its operation and maintenance.

In "Boat Sailing in Fair Weather and Foul," A. J. Kenealy offers a compelling exploration of both the practicalities and philosophies of sailing under varying conditions. This book is meticulously structured, blending rich narrative with technical guidance, making it suitable for both novice sailors and seasoned mariners. Kenealy draws from a wealth of maritime history and personal experience, weaving in anecdotes that not only entertain but enlighten. The prose is accessible yet eloquent,...

Elizabeth Bisland Wetmore was an American journalist and author, perhaps best known for her 1889–1890 race around the world against Nellie Bly, which drew worldwide attention

Elizabeth Bisland Wetmore was an American journalist and author, perhaps best known for her 1889–1890 race around the world against Nellie Bly, which drew worldwide attention

Elizabeth Bisland Wetmore was an American journalist and author, perhaps best known for her 1889–1890 race around the world against Nellie Bly, which drew worldwide attention

On Friday 14 June 1968 Suhaili, a tiny ketch, slipped almostunnoticed out of Falmouth harbour steered by the solitary figure at herhelm, Robin Knox-Johnston. Ten and a half months later Suhaili,paintwork peeling and rust streaked, her once white sails weathered andbrown, her self-steering gone, her tiller arm jury rigged to the rudderhead, came romping joyously back to Falmouth to a fantastic receptionfor Robin, who had become the...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display.

This is not just an instructional book---it's an insight into a sailor's approach to the sea, boats, and the ever-changing dynamic of wind on the water"A learn-to-sail book with heart."--WoodenBoat"A real winner...a masterful blend of straightforward text with delightful and instructive illustrations. Quite simply a great primer on sailing and the world of boats for readers of all ages."--Cruising World"Teaches sailing with f...

This timeless classic is an exciting true story of survival against all odds.‘There was a sudden sickening sense of disaster. I felt a great lurch and heel, and a thunder of sound filled my ears. I was conscious, in a terrified moment, of being driven into the front and side of my bunk with tremendous force. At the same time there was a tearing cracking sound, as if Tzu Hang was being ripped apart, and water burst solidly, raging into the cabin. There was darkness, black boards, an...

Tempting boys to be what they should be—giving them in wholesome form what they want—that is the purpose and power of Scouting. To help parents and leaders of youth secure books boys like best that are also best for boys, the Boy Scouts of America organized EVERY BOY'S LIBRARY. The books included, formerly sold at prices ranging from $1.50 to $2.00 but, by special arrangement with the several publishers interested, are now sold in the EVERY BOY'S LIBRARY Edition at $1.00 per volume. The bo...