Sailing (1889)

Sailing (1889) is a book written by Edward Frederick Knight, which provides a comprehensive guide to sailing. The book covers all aspects of sailing, including the history of sailing, the different types of boats, the equipment needed for sailing, and the techniques involved in sailing. It also includes chapters on navigation, weather forecasting, and safety at sea. The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the basics of sailing, including the types of boats, the different parts of a sailboat, and the basic techniques of sailing. The second part covers more advanced topics, such as navigation, weather forecasting, and racing. The third part focuses on safety at sea, including how to handle emergencies, how to deal with rough weather, and how to avoid collisions.Throughout the book, Knight provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques involved in sailing. He also includes stories and anecdotes from his own experiences as a sailor, which add a personal touch to the book.Overall, Sailing (1889) is a comprehensive guide to sailing that is suitable for both beginners and experienced sailors. It covers all aspects of sailing, from the basics to the more advanced topics, and provides readers with the knowledge and skills they need to become competent sailors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.