Sailing books

This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge...  Read More >>

This is a wonderful cherry-picked collection of humiliating misadventures from the enduringly popular Confessional...  Read More >>

On Friday 14 June 1968 Suhaili, a tiny ketch, slipped almostunnoticed out of Falmouth harbour steered by the solitary...  Read More >>

'Nobody grows old living a number of years; people grow old only by deserting their ideals. Years wrinkle the skin,...  Read More >>

Challenged by an expert who said it couldn't be done, Josua Slocum, an indomitable New England sea captain, set...  Read More >>

Covering the theory and practical aspects of the RYA Day Skipper Certificate, this text offers an introduction to...  Read More >>

' When I was first invited by a new and handsome man to the local Yacht Club to see his boat, I happily conjured...  Read More >>

Planning and carrying out a successful, safe and enjoyable passage is a real art, and this book covers the whole...  Read More >>

Rod Heikell is the acknowledged expert on Mediterranean sailing, and this is the perfect guide for anyone cruising...  Read More >>

Over 1500 nautical terms are explained in this accessible and down to earth glossary aimed at the layman. Covering...  Read More >>

A valuable pocket guide to a wide range of knots for anyone going to sea.  Read More >>

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This book, based on 13 years of research and personal experience, isthe bible of boating with babies and children....  Read More >>

CRUISING THE WEST: FIFTY YEARS OF SAIL presents a fascination selection of the voyages, challenges, and and new...  Read More >>

When we couldn't get foods such as sour cream, English muffins, spaghetti sauce or yogurt, we adapted recipes to...  Read More >>

Eileen Ramsay was at the centre of a unique period in yachting history, and this wonderful book, featuring her classic...  Read More >>

Radar is notoriously tricky to operate and 'read' correctly forcollision avoidance either with the land or with...  Read More >>

The Pacific Crossing Guide is a complete reference for anyone contemplating sailing the Pacific in their own boat....  Read More >>

New love. Exotic destinations.A once-in-a-lifetime adventure.What could go wrong? City girl Torre DeRoche isn't...  Read More >>

What better way of travelling the world than by crewing on a yacht? The Hitchiker's Guide to the Oceans is ideal...  Read More >>

Radar and Electronic Navigation, Sixth Edition discusses radar in marine navigation, underwater navigational aids,...  Read More >>

Details the partnership between Larry Ellison, billionaire CEO of Oracle Corrporation, and blue-collar mechanic...  Read More >>

Born in Glasgow in 1850, Thomas Lipton was one of the world's first global entrepreneurs. His showmanship, business...  Read More >>

Join in every step of the way in this family adventure of a lifetime. From the first conceptual idea, to an agonising...  Read More >>

In 1834, Dana went from Harvard student to common seaman, sailing from California to Cape Horn. This journal survives...  Read More >>