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A History of Sailing in 100 Objects
Buch von Barry Pickthall
Sprache: Englisch

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Did you ever wonder which civilisation first took to water in small craft? Who worked out how to measure distance or plot a course at sea? Or why the humble lemon rose to such prominence in the diets of sailors?

Taking one hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and sailing boats, the book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing. From the earliest small boats, through magnificent Viking warships, to the technology that powers some of the most sophisticated modern yachts, the book also covers key developments such as keeps and navigational aids such as the astrolabe, sextant and compass.

Other more apparently esoteric objects from all around the world are also included, including the importance of citrus fruit in the prevention of scurvy, scrimshaw made from whalebone and the meaning of sailor's tattoos.

Beautifully illustrated with lively and insightful text, it's a perfect gift for the real or armchair sailor, the book gives an alternative insight into how and why we sail the way we do today.
Did you ever wonder which civilisation first took to water in small craft? Who worked out how to measure distance or plot a course at sea? Or why the humble lemon rose to such prominence in the diets of sailors?

Taking one hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and sailing boats, the book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing. From the earliest small boats, through magnificent Viking warships, to the technology that powers some of the most sophisticated modern yachts, the book also covers key developments such as keeps and navigational aids such as the astrolabe, sextant and compass.

Other more apparently esoteric objects from all around the world are also included, including the importance of citrus fruit in the prevention of scurvy, scrimshaw made from whalebone and the meaning of sailor's tattoos.

Beautifully illustrated with lively and insightful text, it's a perfect gift for the real or armchair sailor, the book gives an alternative insight into how and why we sail the way we do today.
Über den Autor
Barry Pickthall
Zusammenfassung
Friendly, yet authoritative tone and superb illustrations
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2016
Genre: Sport
Produktart: Nachschlagewerke
Rubrik: Hobby & Freizeit
Thema: Wassersport& Segeln
Medium: Buch
Inhalt: Gebunden
ISBN-13: 9781472918857
ISBN-10: 1472918851
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Pickthall, Barry
Hersteller: Bloomsbury USA
Maße: 254 x 195 x 27 mm
Von/Mit: Barry Pickthall
Erscheinungsdatum: 27.09.2016
Gewicht: 0,97 kg
Artikel-ID: 103934310
Über den Autor
Barry Pickthall
Zusammenfassung
Friendly, yet authoritative tone and superb illustrations
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2016
Genre: Sport
Produktart: Nachschlagewerke
Rubrik: Hobby & Freizeit
Thema: Wassersport& Segeln
Medium: Buch
Inhalt: Gebunden
ISBN-13: 9781472918857
ISBN-10: 1472918851
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Pickthall, Barry
Hersteller: Bloomsbury USA
Maße: 254 x 195 x 27 mm
Von/Mit: Barry Pickthall
Erscheinungsdatum: 27.09.2016
Gewicht: 0,97 kg
Artikel-ID: 103934310
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