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A History of Sailing in 100 Objects


  • Bloomsbury
  • by Barry Pickthall
Did you ever wonder which civilisation first took to water in small craft? Who worked out how to measure distance or plot a course at sea? Or why the humble lemon rose to such prominence in the diets of sailors? Taking one hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and sailing boats, the book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing.

ISBN 9781472918857 | EN | HB
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Publisher Bloomsbury
ISBN 9781472918857
Author(s) Barry Pickthall
Publication date August 2016
Edition Hardback
Dimensions 246 x 195 mm
Pages 224
Language(s) English ed.
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Did you ever wonder which civilisation first took to water in small craft? Who worked out how to measure distance or plot a course at sea? Or why the humble lemon rose to such prominence in the diets of sailors? Taking one hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and sailing boats, the book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing. From the earliest small boats, through magnificent Viking warships, to the technology that powers some of the most sophisticated modern yachts, the book also covers key developments such as keeps and navigational aids such as the astrolabe, sextant and compass. Other more apparently esoteric objects from all around the world are also included, including the importance of citrus fruit in the prevention of scurvy, scrimshaw made from whalebone and the meaning of sailor''s tattoos. Beautifully illustrated with lively and insightful text, it''s a perfect gift for the real or armchair sailor, the book gives an alternative insight into how and why we sail the way we do today.