Reeds Astro-Navigation Tables 2011
Harry J. Baker(Author)
Adlard Coles Nautical (Publisher)
Published on 16. August 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
72 pages
978-1-4081-2336-2 (ISBN)
Description
Reeds Astro Navigation Tables is an established book of annual astro-navigation tables compiled specifically for the needs of yachtsmen. It contains all the information the ocean-going sailor needs (without the bulk) in order to navigate by the sun, moon, planets and stars, using tables devised by practical ocean navigators. This book, together with a sextant, will enable sailors to navigate confidently and safely when out of the sight of land. 'Nothing I have seen comes near to the sensible format which I see before me' Tom Cunliffe, RYA Yachtmaster Examiner, author and sailor 'Slim, modestly priced volume with clear, easily retrievable information' Cruising 'Well tried and familiar to many experienced sailors' RYA News
Reviews / Votes
'Contains everything the ocean-going sailor needs in order to navigate by the sun, moon, planet and stars without the bulk and expense of a heavy book. This book will enable sailors to navigate confidently and safely when out of sight of land.' Yachting Life (October 2010)More details
Edition
2011 ed.
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
Star charts and tables
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-4081-2336-2 (9781408123362)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Lt Cdr Harry Baker is an astro navigation expert as well as a practical navigator and yacht skipper. He edits these condensed tables specifically for the needs of cruising yachtsmen.