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  • Doctor for Friend and Foe

    Britain's Frontline Medic in the Fight for the Falklands

    by Rick Jolly ...
    A unique first-hand narrative of the Falklands war.Rick Jolly was the Senior Medical Officer in the Falklands, setting up and running the field hospital at Ajax Bay, where he and his Royal Marine and Parachute Regiment medical teams treated a total of 580 casualties, of which only 3 died of wounds. The building itself was a derelict meat-packing factory, hastily converted to treat incoming wounded ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Jackspeak

    A guide to British Naval slang & usage

    by Rick Jolly ...
    From 'A1' to 'Zulu', the fully revised and updated third edition of Jackspeak is a comprehensive guide to the slang of the Royal Navy.Discover the humorous and colourful and cryptic slang of the Senior Service, explained in layman's terms. Featuring more than 4,000 alphabetical entries, Jackspeak was compiled by an ex-RM surgeon who spent 24 years in the service.With useful cross-references and ... Read more

    $14.29 USD

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    by George Thomsen as told by Malcolm Angel ...
    Seen through the eyes of Section Commander George Thomsen, this inspiring first-hand account, tells of the tension-packed lead up, and the heroic stand, by a tiny band of brothers on one of the most inhospitable islands on the planet South Georgia.They fought alone besieged, isolated, and against an overwhelming invasion force and yet had the enemy reeling on the ropes.This is the story of true ... Read more

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  • Sunk Without Trace: 30 dramatic accounts of yachts lost at sea

    30 dramatic accounts of yachts lost at sea

    by Paul Gelder ...
    By the same author as the bestselling Total Loss this is a new collection of terrifying and compelling accounts of yachts lost at sea. The seven deadly causes of loss continue to take their toll and Paul Gelder has compiled first-hand accounts of shipwreck and sinking caused by Collision Gear Failure Stress of Weather Faulty Navigation Fire Crew Failure and Exhaustion. The moving emotionally ... Read more

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  • The Complete Sailor, Second Edition

    by David Seidman ...
    This is not just an instructional book---it's an insight into a sailor's approach to the sea, boats, and the ever-changing dynamic of wind on the water"A learn-to-sail book with heart."--WoodenBoat"A real winner...a masterful blend of straightforward text with delightful and instructive illustrations. Quite simply a great primer on sailing and the world of boats for readers of all ages."--Cruising ... Read more

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  • The Practical Mariner's Book of Knowledge, 2nd Edition : 460 Sea-Tested Rules of Thumb for Almost Every Boating Situation

    460 Sea-Tested Rules of Thumb for Almost Every Boating Situation

    by John Vigor ...
    The only rules-of-thumb compendium for boaters, updated with 45 new entries to delight, entertain, and most importantly, inform. These are tried and tested rules of thumb--the distilled essence of centuries of seafaring experience--providing succinct answers to the questions most-asked by boaters."The perfect, practical gift to give or receive." -- The Ensign"...reads like a lively conversation ... Read more

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  • The Complete Anchoring Handbook : Stay Put on Any Bottom in Any Weather: Stay Put on Any Bottom in Any Weather

    Stay Put on Any Bottom in Any Weather

    by Alain Poiraud, Achim Ginsberg-Klemmt, Erika Ginsberg-Klemmt ...
    A modern, authoritative anchoring guide for sailors and powerboatersA boat swinging safely at anchor can mark the relaxing conclusion to a great day of boating or the successful completion of an essential emergency measure, while failure to anchor properly can be frustrating, inconvenient, or downright dangerous. The Complete Anchoring Handbook is your path to mastering this indispensable ... Read more

    $25.19 USD

  • Getting Started in Sailboat Racing

    by Adam Cort, Richard Stearns ...
    A complete course in the fundamentals, Getting Started in Sailboat Racing dispels the sport’s elite aura and makes racing accessible to any sailor who wants to give it a try. This illustrated manual takes readers around the buoys, explaining the rules and tactics that govern starts, finishes, mark roundings, and boat-to-boat struggles for speed and advantage. ... Read more

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  • Comparing Production Boats in Order to Get What You Need

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #2

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 2 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Five chapters including a beginners explanation of ratios to help you better understand magazine reviews and predict a vessels performance under sail. Much useful information for the potential boat buyer. ... Read more

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  • Winging It

    ORACLE TEAM USA's Incredible Comeback to Defend the America's Cup

    by Diane Swintal, R. Steven Tsuchiya, Robert Kamins ...
    "The design and tactical battles that led to the most exciting America’s Cup in history are laid out in meticulous detail in Winging It: Oracle Team USA’s Incredible Comeback to Defend The America’s Cup. Written by three veteran sailing journalists, Winging It provides an insider’s look at the professional sailing business and the America’s Cup, from how the 72-foot cats became the boat of choice ... Read more

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  • Boat Mechanical Systems Handbook : How to Design, Install, and Recognize Proper Systems in Boats: How to Design, Install, and Recognize Proper Systems in Boats

    How to Design, Install, and Recognize Proper Systems in Boats

    by Dave Gerr ...
    The First Ever Guide for Optimizing Boat SystemsThis guide is invaluable for anyone designing or installing mechanical systems on a new boat, retrofitting an existing boat, or evaluating a boat's operating condition. Writing for designers, builders, owners, buyers, mechanics, surveyors, and insurers of sailboats, powerboats, and commercial vessels, Dave Gerr provides design and installation ... Read more

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  • The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sailing

    Everything You Need to Set Sail on New Adventures

    by Diane Selkirk ...
    The idea of learning to sail excites the imagination with fantasies of a carefree, simple way to relax. But in reality, a lot of work goes into mastering the technical aspects of sailing and learning how to get from one place to another without ending up in the water. Other sailing books go into more detail than the casual learner wants or needs. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Sailing gives ... Read more

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