The Sailing Handbook

The Sailing Handbook: A Complete Guide for Beginners by Halsey C. Herreshoff is an ideal resource for anyone eager to delve into the world of sailing. Brightly presented, clear, and accessible, this guide is designed to teach the basics of sailing, enhance your enjoyment of the sport, improve your technique, and ultimately enable participation in professional competitions.

Comprehensive Sailing Insights

Within its pages, you'll find:

• Detailed explanations of different parts of a boat.
• Guidance on choosing a boat for pleasure and performance.
• Instructions on anchoring, picking up a mooring, and handling ropes.
• Navigation techniques, understanding tides and buoyage, and using radar.
• Weather reading, safety at sea, and boat care and repair.
• Advice on buying, selling, chartering, and insuring boats.

Praise for 'The Sailing Handbook'

"An essential companion... This could go down as one of the perfect starter books for those about to take up sailing." – The Nautical Magazine (February 2007)

About the Author

Halsey C. Herreshoff, the consultant editor, was the navigator of Courageous in the 1974 America's Cup. Contributing authors include renowned sailors and experts such as Robin Knox-Johnston, Colin Mudie, Geoff Hales, Michael Richey, Bob Bond, and John Oakley.