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  • The Shipping Forecast

    A Miscellany

    by Nic Compton ...
    The rhythmic lullaby of ‘North Utsire, South Utsire’ has been lulling the nation’s insomniacs to sleep for over 90 years. It has inspired songs, poetry and imaginations across the globe – as well as providing a very real service for the nation’s seafarers who might fall prey to storms and gales. It has inspired everyone from Seamus Heaney to Radiohead, and from Radio 4 announcers to the writers of ... Read more

    $16.79 USD

  • Off the Deep End

    A History of Madness at Sea

    by Nic Compton ...
    Confined in a small space for months on end, subject to ship's discipline and living on limited food supplies, many sailors of old lost their minds – and no wonder. Many still do.The result in some instances was bloodthirsty mutinies, such as the whaleboat Sharon whose captain was butchered and fed to the ship's pigs in a crazed attack in the Pacific. Or mob violence, such as the 147 survivors on ... Read more

    $14.29 USD

  • The Knot Bible 2nd edition

    The Complete Guide to Knots and Their Uses

    by Nic Compton ...
    The definitive bible of every knot seafarers need to know, packed with step-by-step diagrams and photography.Featuring all the knots, hitches, bends, splices, whipping and decorative knotwork that you would find on a boat, this comprehensive guide will help sailors, climbers, anglers and all those who regularly use knotwork master essential skills.Over 200 knots are scored for strength, ... Read more

    $28.39 USD

  • A Knot A Day

    365 Knot Challenges for All Abilities

    by Nic Compton ...
    This beautifully produced compendium gives you a knot challenge for every day of the year. With hundreds to choose from, all colour coded by use, you can work through the book from start to finish, gradually building on your knowledge as you go, or alternatively dipping in and out for your daily knotting fix.Covers:- all the essential knots- useful hitches, bends, whippings and splices- handy ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • The Anatomy of Sail

    The Yacht Dissected and Explained

    by Nic Compton ...
    An encyclopedic compendium of every element of a yacht, this book contains a wealth of information for the aficionado as well as the newcomer, taking apart the sailboat to explore every part of it in depth. Gloriously illustrated with beautiful photography and explanatory diagrams, each page is packed with fascinating and satisfying detail.Looking first at the history of yachting and boatbuilding ... Read more

    $48.99 USD

  • Ultimate Classic Yachts

    20 of the World's Most Beautiful Classic Yachts

    by Nic Compton ...
    Former Classic Boat editor Nic Compton has spent over 20 years sailing and photographing classic yachts, and this is the culmination of his decades-long passion - a stunning collection showcasing the 20 most beautiful and fascinating classic boats still sailing today.They include:Bona Fide - the original fin-keeler that was 70 years ahead of her timeInward Bound - a 35ft cutter built in Argentina ... Read more

    $27.69 USD

  • How to Avoid a Lightning Strike

    190 Essential Life Skills

    by Nic Compton, Kim Davies ...
    Its an urban jungle out there, and if its not the survival of the fittest, its certainly the survival of the most practical. But hows a boy or girl supposed to learn lifes essential practicalities in these days of hustle, bustle, and laid-back parenting? How to Avoid Being Struck By Lightning is the solution. Its a mentor, a tutor, a driving instructor, a mom, a dad, a grandparent, a scout ... Read more

    $9.89 USD

  • Why Sailors Can't Swim and Other Marvellous Maritime Curiosities

    by Nic Compton ...
    Why will a sailor never go to sea on Friday 13th?Why are boats always referred to as 'she'?How do you navigate the ocean without a compass?Does the Bermuda Triangle really exist?Why do sailors wear earrings?Did Blackbeard actually exist?Did Nelson really say 'Kiss me, Hardy'?What's the correct way to bury a body at sea?Why is a rope never called a rope?This fascinating collection of maritime ... Read more

    $12.49 USD

  • Audiobook

    Titanic on Trial

    by Nic Compton ...
    Narrated by Peter Altschuler ...

    Unabridged

    8 hours 59 min

    Bloomsbury presents Titanic on Trial by Nic Compton, read by Peter Altschuler.Capturing the disbelief, the chaos and the terror of the fateful night the Titanic sank 100 years ago, Titanic on Trial brings to life the tragedy through the voices of those who survived it. Stories about the sinking have becomelegendary – how the band played to the end, how lifeboats were lowered half-empty – but ... Read more

    $18.00 USD

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  • The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots

    200 Practical Knots for Sailors, Climbers, Campers & Other Adventurers

    by Geoffrey Budworth, Jason Dalton ...
    Learn to apply the right knot for any situation-a guide for the home, backpack, or boat.The fundamental skill of tying knots is useful in countless situations, both indoors and out. The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots teaches you which knot to choose and exactly how to tie it, whether you’re constructing a trout fly, repairing a hammock, mooring a boat, securing a load to a car roof rack, ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • The Everything Knots Book

    Step-By-Step Instructions for Tying Any Knot

    by Randy Penn ...
    Series series Everything® Series
    Simple instructions on how to tie over 100 useful and decorative knotsA well-tied knot is at once a practical tool and a work of art. With names like "hangman's noose" and "wagoneer's hitch," knots have a rich history of usefulness and an aesthetic appeal all their own.From the boat to the backyard, The Everything Knots Book provides simple instructions on how to tie knots for any situation. ... Read more

    Was $10.99 USD Now $2.99 USD

  • Instant Boatbuilding with Dynamite Payson

    15 Instant Boats for Power, Sail, Oar, and Paddle

    by Harold H. Payson ...
    From the acknowledged master of the “instant boat”—tips, techniques, and designs for quick-and-easy plywood boatbuildingDynamite Payson offers you a new guide to building 15 exciting boats from master designer Phil Bolger. Instant Boatbuilding with Dynamite Payson includes plans and instructions for a multipurpose skiff for sail, oar, and power; a pirogue for single or double paddle; a big pram ... Read more

    $18.79 USD