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A B Sea: A Loose-Footed Lexicon

A B Sea: A Loose-Footed Lexicon

by JackLagan (Author)

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    Paperback 2003

    $3.49
Synopsis

This entertaining dictionary of the language and legends of seafarers of the 21st century contains all the words known by Jack Lagan about the sea which turns out to be hundreds of terms ranging from bumkin and fiddle block, to global positioning system and whisky. The cross-referenced definitions

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 352
 Publisher: Sheridan House
Published: 31 Dec 2003
ISBN 10: 157409159X
ISBN 13: 9781574091595

Media Reviews
a compendium of interesting and useful nautical information and trivia... * Good Old Boat *
written in highly accessible terms for non-specialist general readers of all skill and experience levels as they embark upon the adventurous world of sailing the seas (as well as boating the rivers and lakes of the world)! * Midwest Book Review *
a dictionary of boating-related words that keeps its tongue firmly in cheek. This loose-footed lexicon defines such commonly used terms as cuddy, rudder and pennant...other definitions offer interesting facts or tips. * Soundings: An Interdisciplinary Journal *
a fascinating collection of terms and expressions related to the sea and seafaring.... Excellent! * Classic Boat *
witty and slightly twisted... * Sailing *
a very entertaining guide...packed with practical advice... * Latitudes & Attitudes *