The Seaman's Arithmetic: Or The Application Of The Several Rules Of That Science To The Purposes Of The Maritime Profession (1843)

The Seaman's Arithmetic is a book written by John Martin in 1843 that focuses on applying mathematical principles to the maritime profession. The book covers a wide range of topics, including navigation, shipbuilding, and cargo handling. It provides a detailed explanation of the various rules and formulas that are essential for seafarers to understand, such as the calculation of ship speed, distance, and time. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both novice and experienced sailors. It also includes numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice and apply the concepts discussed in the book. Overall, The Seaman's Arithmetic is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the maritime industry, providing a comprehensive guide to the mathematical principles used in this field.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.