Ferries of the Upper Thames
Ferries of the Upper Thames

Author: Joan Tucker

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2012-03-15

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 1445620073

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Joan Tucker presents a profusely illustrated history of the Thames ferries.

The Dinghy Cruising Companion
The Dinghy Cruising Companion

Author: Roger Barnes

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2014-05-08

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1408179164

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A practical and engaging guide to dinghy cruising, covering everything from getting set up to embarking on more adventurous cruises. A wonderful read with a huge amount of useful advice.

The upper Thames
The upper Thames

Author: Searle and Sons

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2015-01-09

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 3954274485

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This small book, first published 1899, describes the upper Thames from Richmond to Oxford. It was intended to serve the passengers of the steam-boats of its time as a detailed guide.

Small-Boat Sailing - An Explanation of the Management of Small Yachts, Half-Decked and Open Sailing-Boats of Various Rigs, Sailing on Sea and on River; Cruising, Etc.
Small-Boat Sailing - An Explanation of the Management of Small Yachts, Half-Decked and Open Sailing-Boats of Various Rigs, Sailing on Sea and on River; Cruising, Etc.

Author: E. F. Knight

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2013-05-31

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1473385830

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Originally published in 1905. This is a fascinating read for any sailing enthusiast or historian, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Contents Include; I. The selection of a boat, II. The effect of the wind on a boat, III. Splices, Knots, and Tackles, IV. The Small open sailing boat, V. Open Sailing-boats with boom sails, and half-decked boats, VI. Decked boats, VII. Seamanship, VIII. Open Boat Sailing, IX. The Cruising Yacht, X. The Art of Coasting, XI. Description of a voyage, XII. Board of trade and other regulations affecting yachtsmen, XIII. Two cruises on Lanteen-Rigged Craft. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Three Men in a Boat (Combined)
Three Men in a Boat (Combined)

Author: Madhubun

Publisher: Vikas Publishing House

Published:

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9325964244

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Three Men in a Boat - 1889 (unabridged edition) by Jerome K. Jerome is now available in strict alignment with the guidelines given by the CBSE.