Isbn: 9781331961673 - the elements of navigation: a short and complete explanation of the standard methods of finding the position of a ship at sea and the course to be ... instruction of beginners (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This foundational work in navigation, written in the late 19th century, provides essential tools for established and aspiring navigators to calculate their position, shape their course, and explore the world by sea. The author skillfully guides readers through practical seamanship and astronomical navigation using the available instruments of his time. With a special focus on dead-reckoning and observation techniques, this book empowers mariners to accurately chart their course and anticipate tidal and current fluctuations. The author deftly explains the significance of latitude and longitude, as well as the use of compasses, charts, logs, and lead lines. Navigators will discover how to interpret variations and deviations in their equipment to ensure precise calculations. This book highlights the importance of cross-bearings, soundings, and the use of the sextant for celestial navigation. Through its comprehensive approach and the author's accessible writing style, this book provides an invaluable resource for sailors embarking on coastal or open-sea voyages. By mastering the techniques outlined within these pages, navigators can confidently sail the world's oceans and experience the thrill of discovery with precision and expertise. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…