Sailing Essentials

All You Need to Know When You're at Sea

Ebook (EPUB FXL Other)
On sale Apr 29, 2013 | 304 Pages | 9780744042535

Whether you are a novice or a sailor looking to expand your skills, this indispensable sailing companion will guide you every step of the way.

A compact, easy-to-carry reference ebook, DK's Sailing Essentials is included with all the essential information for practical sailors or just anyone who is interested in the topic.

Start with the introductory section on comfort and safety to remind or familiarize yourself with the equipment on board and some basic knowledge, such as when to sail and what to wear.

The following sections are full of practical advice on every aspect of sailing, from basic maneuvers to dealing with difficult weather conditions. There is also guidance on maintenance and repairs to ensure you know how to keep your boat in good shape, as well as clear instructions about tying a perfect figure-of-eight and other knots... and much, much more!

Sailing Essentials is perfect as a skipper's back-up manual or a quick reference e-guide for novice sailors. You won't want to set sail without it.
"Useful to both newbie sailors and expert hands, Sailing offers step-by-step instruction on basic maneuvers, anchoring, mooring and even engine care and repair." – More.com

"The cover is a handy and sturdy waterproof plastic, obviously meant to be carried on board." – Sacramento Bee

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series and Prima Games, the world’s leading publisher of strategy content for PC and console video games. View titles by Steve Sleight

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Whether you are a novice or a sailor looking to expand your skills, this indispensable sailing companion will guide you every step of the way.

A compact, easy-to-carry reference ebook, DK's Sailing Essentials is included with all the essential information for practical sailors or just anyone who is interested in the topic.

Start with the introductory section on comfort and safety to remind or familiarize yourself with the equipment on board and some basic knowledge, such as when to sail and what to wear.

The following sections are full of practical advice on every aspect of sailing, from basic maneuvers to dealing with difficult weather conditions. There is also guidance on maintenance and repairs to ensure you know how to keep your boat in good shape, as well as clear instructions about tying a perfect figure-of-eight and other knots... and much, much more!

Sailing Essentials is perfect as a skipper's back-up manual or a quick reference e-guide for novice sailors. You won't want to set sail without it.

Reviews

"Useful to both newbie sailors and expert hands, Sailing offers step-by-step instruction on basic maneuvers, anchoring, mooring and even engine care and repair." – More.com

"The cover is a handy and sturdy waterproof plastic, obviously meant to be carried on board." – Sacramento Bee

Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series and Prima Games, the world’s leading publisher of strategy content for PC and console video games. View titles by Steve Sleight