Isbn: 9781527633681 - pugsley's dead reckoning: including the various methods of finding course and distance by mercator and middle latitude sailings an examination specialty (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 book provides a thorough exploration of navigation and nautical astronomy, essential for obtaining a U.S. Local Inspectors license. The author, an experienced nautical instructor, presents a comprehensive guide covering all topics found on U.S. Coast Guard license exams. The book begins with the fundamentals of navigation, including concepts like dead reckoning and Mercator sailing. It then delves into more advanced topics, such as the use of logarithms and middle latitude sailing. The author also provides valuable information on nautical astronomy, covering topics like time zones and the celestial sphere. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the practical application of these concepts. Numerous examples and problems are included to help readers understand the material and prepare for their exams. The clear and concise explanations make this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in obtaining a U.S. Local Inspectors license or expanding their knowledge of navigation and nautical astronomy. 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.…