The Complete Sailor

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 straight forward text with delightful and instructive illustrations. Quite simply a great primer on sailing and the world of boats for readers of all ages."—Cruising World

"Teaches sailing with flair and poetry."—SAIL

"A great walk-through for the novice, both entertaining and thorough."—Sailing

"Sits in a class by itself. Elegantly simple, encyclopedic in scope, and a delightful reference for any novice—with lots to offer intermediate sailors, too."—Kalamazoo Gazette

If you never sailed, sailed once, or have sailed for a lifetime, this book is perfect for beginners but deep enough content for those interested in going beyond basics. Revised and...