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"This book is intended to be a practical and concise presentation
of some of the operations involved in designing yachts of all
types. Cumbersome and impractical methods which are so often found
in more pretentious works on naval architecture have been avoided.
Those presented have been in everyday use by the author." Thus
wrote Norman L. Skene in the preface to the fifth edition of
Elements of Yacht Design. Skene's is one of the most famous books
on yacht design ever written. First published in 1904, Skene did
several revisions, the last of which was published in 1938 and is
reprinted here in its original form. In 1962, the book was
completely revised by Francis S. Kinney and republished as Skene's
Elements of Yacht Design. Kinney's last version was in 1973 and it
is long out of print. While the experts are divided on the relative
merits of the different editions, it appears that there is strong
demand for Skene's original work. At last the book is again
available to the many boatbuilders, aspiring naval architects, and
sailors who need it for frequent reference. The index has been
completely revised and expanded to make it more useful for today's
readers.
All the information necessary for preparing to plank, hanging and
fastening and finishing off. Every type of wooden planking system,
technique and method is covered along with all fastening options.
Advice and illustrations all based on specific projects large and
small.
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Herreshoff - American Masterpieces (Hardcover)
Maynard Bray, Benjamin Mendlowitz, Claas Van Der Linde; Introduction by Kurt Hasselbalch; Photographs by Benjamin Mendlowitz
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R2,452
Discovery Miles 24 520
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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The Herreshoff Manufacturing Company constructed the most
thrilling, innovative and graceful boats ever built in the United
States. Here the finest of the Herreshoff designs afloat today are
presented with insightful commentary on design evolution in every
facet-from lines to displacement to hardware, accompanied by
full-colour images of each vessel both in detail and under way, and
unique colour reproductions of Herreshoff's archival plans and
drawings. Each entry incorporates a history of the boat (or class),
its owners, race results and fate, celebrating the many that still
grace the waters.
This publication celebrates the life of boat builder and naval
architect Joel White. Covering the boats White built in words and
pictures this book provides an insight into his work.
This magnificent collection of full-color photographs by renowned
photographer Benjamin Mendlowitz of beautiful vessels includes
wooden boats ranging from simple prams to sailing and power yachts.
Noted marine historian Maynard Bray provides commentary on more
than 90 of the world's most photogenic boats.
A full-colour volume which showcases marine photographer Ben
Mendlowitz's ability to capture the essence of a classic wooden
boat, whether it is a canoe, speedboat, luxury yacht or schooner.
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The Book of Wooden Boats (Hardcover)
Benjamin Mendlowitz; Text written by Maynard Bray; Foreword by John Rousmaniere
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R1,553
R1,138
Discovery Miles 11 380
Save R415 (27%)
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Marine photographer Benjamin Mendlowitz has built a reputation for
honoring the essence and integrity of classic wooden boats through
the ongoing Calendar of Wooden Boats. This full-color book presents
the most exciting boats shot over the past ten years and includes
classic wooden sailboats, powerboats, luxury yachts, and working
vessels. Marine historian and restorer Maynard Bray provides brief
descriptive text to accompany each photograph.
Over the years, Benjamin Mendlowitz has compiled a photo archive of thousands of wooden boats from which he has created this photographic guide to a wide variety of sailing vessels. Virtually all the major designers are represented, from John Alden's lovely gaff-rigged schooner Voyager and the innovative Sparkman & Stephens yawl Dorade, to the classic Herreshoff New York 30 sloop Amorita, the lovely Fife ketch Belle Aventure, and many more. Maynard Bray provides particulars and informative notes on the subtle variations within the six basic sailing rigs. Sailors will want this book for pleasure as well as for identifications. A feast for the eye and the imagination, this is a book for anyone, young or old, interested in wooden boats - those who admire them, sail them, or may have just discovered them.
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