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Sailing Boats from Around The World
Author: Henry C. Folkard
Pages: 555
Cover: Softbound
Dimensions: 6 1/2" x 9"
Item #: BK563
Price: $27.95
A new reprint of the 1906 classic, this profusely illustrated volume attempted to and succeeded in documenting the state of the sailing arts at the very beginning of the 20th Century. Sailing vessels of every sort from racing boats to working boats are examined in detail and well documented by superb line drawings. Together in one volume are boats from every country and culture, together with a thoughtful explication of their advantages and disadvantages. If you have an interest in nautical topics, or even if you don't, this book will provide many hours of delight.
Pages: 555
Cover: Softbound
Dimensions: 6 1/2" x 9"
Item #: BK563
Price: $27.95
A new reprint of the 1906 classic, this profusely illustrated volume attempted to and succeeded in documenting the state of the sailing arts at the very beginning of the 20th Century. Sailing vessels of every sort from racing boats to working boats are examined in detail and well documented by superb line drawings. Together in one volume are boats from every country and culture, together with a thoughtful explication of their advantages and disadvantages. If you have an interest in nautical topics, or even if you don't, this book will provide many hours of delight.
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