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Designed to give the newcomer to this subject an insight into the workings of the boat engine, and also to cater for the more experienced person who wishes to learn more about maintaining his engine to a high standard. The author has also written "Care and Repair of Marine Petrol Engines".

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The first illustrated book about the Nile river gunboats, this fascinating account of imperial war machines will appeal to colonial-era wargamers, and naval and military history enthusiasts.

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Describes the main types of steam and sailing vessells; wooden and iron hulls; propulsion machinery; anchors and related equipment; masts and spars; standing and running rigging, as well as sails, tackle blocks and ropes. This book concludes with knots, bends hitches, and splices and finally provides a listing of standard measurements.

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(Paperback)

This encyclopaedic volume examines the design and aerodynamic theory behind junk rigs and discusses how best to sail them.

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Explains the factors that made the era suitable for the development of the steam engine and paddle boat, taking the reader far beyond the romantic image and revealing the steamboat as a vital and essential force in the development of the nation.

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(Paperback)

The classic work on navigation and oceanography, updated for the twenty-first...

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The sinking of the "Titanic" is a subject of perennial fascination. Yet, argues the author of this book, the real "Titanic" story is even more intensely thought-provoking than the conventional version, overlaid with cliche and myth. He re-tells the story, focusing on a few individuals.

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Down the river on a homemade boat.

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(Paperback, Revised edition)

The revised edition, previously published in 1949. includes Swan River vessels trading between Guilford and Fremantle which carried paying passengers, cargo for which a charge was made or were used to dredge channels and make other improvements.

(Hardback)

The book traces the history of the various craft that have been used for transport on Britain's rivers and canals from the earliest times to the present day.

(Paperback, 5th Revised edition)

An updated new edition of this manifesto by one of England best-loved designers of cruising yachts, featuring a new photo gallery, and a thoughtful and illuminating Foreword by Ed Burnett, one of today's foremost designers of yachts in the classic English idiom.

(Hardback)

An exhaustive visual and verbal journal of the building of the 68ft Pilot Cutter Pellew, by Luke Powell and his team in Cornwall from 20172020. This was the largest traditional wooden boat build in the UK for decades.

(Spiral bound, New edition)

The bestselling guides to Britains canals and rivers for 50 years.

For all users of Britains inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways between London and Birmingham.

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(Hardback)

Metals have been used in boats for thousands of years, as components of the vessel's construction, as load-bearing parts of the rigging and steering systems. This book explains how a wide variety of metal alloys may best be selected, formed and manufactured to give optimum performance in the typical conditions of a sailing or powered vessel.

(Hardback)

Narrow Boat Engine Maintenance and Repair is a practical guide to help keep your engine operational, and your boat moving.

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(Paperback)

This is a book on painting and varnishing boats. It covers stripping old paint, dealing with mildew, applying water-based clear coatings, paint adhesion, mast protection, hot weather varnishing and painting for decoration. It also has quick tips for springtime painting and varnishing.

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A fascinating and entertaining exploration of all the everyday expressions that have nautical origins.