Boats & Boating

London: N.C.L.S. Ltd., 1980. Some bumping, usual library stamps. 45pp.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Good/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Ex-Library. more information

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London: Orbis Books, 1973. First Impression, lean to spine, shelf-worn. Dustwrapper price-clipped, worn to edge, small tears to edge and corners. The authoritative text outlines the various aspects and techniques of sailing, while the superb, full-colour action photographs show a wide selection of popular sailing craft.. First British Edition. Hard Cover. Fair/Fair. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. more information

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London: Hamlyn, 1976. Some edge and corner wear, bumping to corners. This book on sailing is about how to get the most fun out of learning to sail.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. more information

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London: George Newnes Limited, 1967. First Impression. Pictorial boards. No Inscriptions, tiny bump to corner and edge. 116pp. From the Practical Boat Owner Maintenance Series. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. more information

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London: George Newnes Limited, 1967. First Impression. Pictorial boards. No Inscriptions, bump to base of spine. 125pp. From the Practical Boat Owner Maintenance Series.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. more information

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London: George Newnes Limited, 1967. First Impression. Pictorial boards. No Inscriptions, tiny bumps to corner and spine. 143pp. From the Practical Boat Owner Maintenance Series. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. more information

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Lymington, Hampshire: Nautical Publishing Company Limited, 1979. First British Edition. Pictorial boards. No Inscriptions. 160pp. This book discusses the main features of the most common engines found in boats and yachts. Both diesel and petrol engines are covered. Profusely illustrated.. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. more information

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London: Eyre and Spottiswoode, 1953. Some bumping to corners. Dustwrapper not price-clipped, a little wrinkling and wear to edge, small tears to corners, rear flap has been lost and stiff paper substituted, affixed with sticky tape. 251pp. This is a novel in the 'How to Play' series under the general editorship of Denzil Batchelor.. First British Edition. Hard Cover. Good/Poor. more information

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London: Adlard Coles Ltd, 1973. First Impression, a little bumping and shelf-wear. Dustwrapper not price-clipped, some edge-wear, small tear to corner. 238pp. The text is written in layman's language, with an extensive glossary.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. more information

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London: Sidgwick & Jackson, 1978. A little edge-wear and creasing. 185pp. This is Edward Heath's sailing autobiography, his own account of the challenges and joys he has experienced in a demanding sport.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. more information

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London: Adam & Charles Black, 1963. First Impression. Blue boards, slight bumping to extremities. 134pp. Contains 9 photographs and 50 line illustrations.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. more information

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Oxford: Phaidon, 1990. First Impression, authors dedication and signature to title page, a little bumping and shelf-wear. Dustwrapper price-clipped, a little edge-wear. 168pp. The author chronicles the establishment of yacht clubs, the development of yacht rigs, the famous races and records, and the growth of dinghy sailing, to make this an invaluable reference source, while sections on yacht designers, fashion, the Cowes Regatta and the great yachts Brittania and Sunbeam, highlight the glamorous side to the sport. 120 illustrations, 60 in colour.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. more information

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London: David & Charles, 1990. No Inscriptions, slight bumping to corners. Dustwrapper not price-clipped, closed tear to a corner, minor crease to edge. 183pp. No other book on navigation covers the business of pilotage with such depth and lucidity.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. more information

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London: J. M. Dent & Sons Ltd, 1969. First Impression. Authors inscription and signature to ffep, slight lean. Dustwrapper not price-clipped, some edge-wear, small nick and tear to corners. 144pp. Illustrated with 8 pages of photographs and a map. The author gives detailed accounts of the rallies held by boat-owners at such places as Stratford, Blackburn, Marple and Leicester, attended by enthusiasts and their craft from all over England.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Good/Good. more information

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Windermere Nautical Trust, The, 1981. First Impression. Dedicated to Graham Leach and signed by the author, on title page, a little shelf-wear, crease to spine. Dustjacket not price-clipped, stuck to boards with sticky tape, patched to rear using piece cut from rear-flap. 100pp. Drawing upon the accumulated knowledge of George Pattinson's family. The book includes a matchless set of over 80 pictures and photographs most of which have not been previously published. The history of Windermere is traced from Roman through to modern times and includes a large amount of historical information, anecdotes and a feast for any lovers of fine boats and the steam era.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Good/Good. more information

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London, United Kingdom: Adlard Coles Ltd, 1989. First Impression. No Inscriptions. Dustwrapper not price-clipped. Slight bump to top of spine. 230pp, inc. adverts. Contains many pictures and illustrations. Distilling 40 years of experience in all types of powered craft from motor cruisers to offshore powerboats and even lifeboats, Dag Pike explains how planing and displacement boats behave, how to handle them skillfully in all conditions in harbour, on rivers and at sea, describes what makes them tick and advises how to get the best from them.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. more information

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London: Ebury Press, 2004. Singed by Matthew Pinsent to the title page, bumped, a little shelf-worn. Dustwrapper not price-clipped, a little creasing and edge-worn. 323pp. Includes the full, dramatic story of his fourth Olympic Gold, Athens 2004.. Signed by Author. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. more information

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London: David & Charles, 1974. First British Edition. Slight bump to top and bottom of spine and corners, some sun-bleaching to blue boards. This book is aimed at helping boat owners to maintain their boats.. Hard Cover. Good/No Jacket. more information

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Steyning, West Sussex: Fernhurst Books, 1986. Second Edition. Gift inscription to former owner, reading creases, some edge-wear. An easy-to-read guide with nearly 200 photographs that demonstrate step by step how to rig, launch and sail your board. Tips on choosing a board and on safety are also included.. Soft Cover. Very Good. more information

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London: David & Charles, 1985. Third Impression. No Inscriptions. Bump to top and bottom of spine. 160pp. All the principle systems are described with particular reference to the basic types, but large modern yachts, sail and power, have more sophisticated installations and these too are covered., from electrical wind gauges and bilge pumps to radio telephones and automatic pilots.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. more information

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London: Hollis and Carter, 1975. No Inscriptions. Original price on dustwrapper, spine sun-bleached. 224pp. Written for the newcomer to motor boating, this book is designed to provide all the practical information he or she will need to start out with.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Illus. by Wickham, Hilary; Wickham, K. J.; Verity, Maureen. more information

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