by TomCunliffe (Author)
The Complete Yachtmaster has been a bestseller since first publication and has established itself as the standard reference for Yachtmaster students as well as skippers of all levels of experience. In this fully revised sixth edition, Tom Cunliffe brings together all the essentials of modern cruising in one volume. Subjects include an analysis of what makes a good skipper, the theory and practice of sailing, seamanship, navigation including chart plotters and PCs, meteorology, heavy weather, yacht stability and coping with emergencies. The Complete Yachtmaster promotes each subject as an integral part of the whole. It guides examination candidates as authoritatively and reassuringly through the RYA syllabus as a sea pilot bringing a ship to harbour. Required reading for all skippers whether on board or in the classroom. 'A gem, distilled from decades of experience' Yachting Monthly 'Cunliffe's competence and authority radiate from the pages...thoroughly recommended' Little Ship Club 'There are all too few authors who not only know their subject but can write well about it. Tom Cunliffe is one' Cruising
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 304
Edition: 6th Revised edition
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 30 Mar 2008
ISBN 10: 071368948X
ISBN 13: 9780713689488
Book Overview: A bestseller since first publication (over 35,000 copies sold) Updated to keep pace with the revolution in navigation - and by an author with an unequalled reputation Comprehensive coverage of the theory and practice of sailing, seamanship, navigation, meteorology, yacht stability and dealing with emergencies Over 25,000 people enrol on Yachtmaster courses each year Excellent value for money