Alex Capus follows every step of Robert Louis Stevenson`s last years, studying every clue left behind by the Scottish writer & reaching his own conclusion about the most dramatic turn in Stevenson`s life: his decision to settle in Samoa, where the climate was poison for his already diseased lungs. When he arrived there in 1889, neither Stevenson nor his family particularly liked the Pacific island & wanted to stay for only a few days. Yet soon afterwards he changed his mind &, intriguingly, spent what little remained of his savings on a plot of land & began living there on a meagre income. Before long Stevenson set about building an opulent villa & lived out the rest of his days in splendour. What had happened? Capus asserts that Stevenson not only wrote the world-famous novel ” Treasure Island” here but searched for the treasure himself & furthermore found it towards the end of his life, on a little island he could see from the peak of the mountain in Samoa where he settled. ...

This is a highly original collection of stories & poems celebrating the joys of boating, from the very first experiences of sailing, to coping with raging storms on the high seas. Exploring all aspects of the sailing adventure, this imaginative anthology is split into 5 parts: MESSING ABOUT IN BOATS ALL AT SEA LET NOT THE DEEP SWALLOW ME UP THE TERROR OF THE SEA SAILOR'S LORE There are accounts of shipwreck & of sea-sickness; building a boat & learning to row; climbing the rigging to earn a place in the crew; & being thrown overboard. It

Includes:: extracts from Treasure Isl&, The Coral Isl&, The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle, 20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea & Robinson Crusoe.

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Covering Kilmore Quay & Carnsore Point, northward via Malin Head to the Bloody Forel&. This 12th Edition

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Sailing Directions for the East & North Coasts of Ireland has been edited by Norman Kean & compiled from information gathered by members of the Irish Cruising Club, supplemented by the contributions of many others who sail, live & work around the coast of Irel&. The cruising guide describes 160 ports, harbours & anchorages (30 for the first time), 90 aerial photographs, 160 new sea level images & 96 plans, &

Includes:: information of adjacent areas & passage notes for yachts approaching or leaving from the south or northeast. Chapters cover Kilmore Quay to Dublin Bay, Howth to Ardglass, Strangford Lough to Fair Head, Ballycastle to Lough Swilly, Fanad Head to Bloody Foreland & the crossing to Great Britain & the Isle of Man. Appendices cover charts & admiralty publications, maritime safety information, table of distances, abbreviations, Irish language glossary, & customs & immigration requirements.

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Sailing Directions for the South & West Coasts of Ireland has been edited by Norman Kean & compiled from information gathered by members of the Irish Cruising Club, supplemented by the contributions of many others who sail, live & work around the coast of Irel&. The cruising guide features 152 colour plans (50 new), 170 aerial & 210 sea levels colour photographs, & the text has been fully revised in respect of navigational aids, facilities & shore-side amenities. Chapters cover Rosslare to Cork Harbour, Cork Harbour to Crookhaven, Dunmanus Bay & Bantry Bay, Dursey Sound to Cahersiveen, Valentia to the Shannon, Loop Head to Slyne Head, Slyne Head to Erris Head & Erris Head to Bloody Foreland. Appendices cover charts & admiralty publications, customs & immigration requirements, maritime safety information, tidal streams, table of distances, abbreviations & an Irish language glossary. ...

Sailing for Kids is aimed at children aged 8-15 who are taking their first steps into the fantastic world of sailing. Packed full of colour photographs & diagrams, this straightforward & easy-to-understand guide is the perfect introduction to the sport. It is based on the Optimist dinghy, which is the most popular children`s sailing dinghy worldwide, & endorsed by the UK Optimist Class Association. Topics covered include what to wear, setting up the boat, sailing & safety. For those who want to go further, there are also tips on sailing faster & preparing to race. ...

This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge & experience, recommending types of charter, best types of boat, as well as essential information about the world`s cruising areas. Taking a practical approach, he explains everything prospective charterers need to know before setting sail: visas required, healthcare, money, & what to expect from foreign harbours & anchorages. At the heart of the book is a country by country round-up of charter areas around the world with pros & cons, best times to go, wind & sea conditions, harbours & anchorages, eating out, safety, documentation requirements & getting there. Each area is illustrated with a map & colour photos. This unique guide is a must-have reference for charterers the world over, & a mouth-watering appetiser for those dreaming about where they would like to sail in the future. ...

Under Canadian Pacific's red-&-white-checkered flag, the company's founders, George Stephen & William C. Van Horne, created a rail-sea service from Liverpool to Hong Kong. Boasting sternwheelers, Great Lakes bulk carriers, ferries, & luxurious ocean-going liner leviathans, the Canadian Pacific shipping line sailed around the globe. In both world wars the entire fleet served gallantly as Allied troop carriers. After the Second World War, the company staved off the realities of the jet age for as long as it could, replacing liners with container ships, until what was left of the legendary maritime operation was sold off in 2005. With a witty & informative style, author Peter Pigott evokes not only the nostalgic heyday of ocean travel but reveals a slice of almost-forgotten Canadiana. From the stifling steerage quarters of immigrant ships to the elegant drawing rooms of nautical titans such as the ill-fated Empress of Ireland & the Empress of Asia, from U-boat-haunted convoys to container ships, shore dwellers & old salts alike will be delighted with Sailing Seven Seas. ...

The Solent is one of the most famous sailing areas in the world. It lies between the shores of Hampshire to the North & the Isle of Wight to the South
- a little under 30 miles. This book tells of the creation of The Solent, its natural environment & development as a waterway, its naval & military development, its shores, havens & harbours, its yachting history & photography & The Solent as it is today.
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Learn the essentials of sailing & seamanship from one of the world`s premier boating organizations Since 1978, Sailing Skills & Seamanship has been the required manual for students in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary`s esteemed sail-training programs. Now this exclusive handbok is available for the first time to every beginning & intermediate sailor. It is your thorough introduction to recreational sailing`s fundamentals, from choosing the right sailboat to knowing the rules of the nautical road & everything in between. Discover the answers to all your questions on: Essential equipment, both required & recommended Docking & anchoring Sailing fundamentals Tuning your sailboat`s rigging for best performance Knots, splices, & line handling Operating & maintaining outboard or inboard engines Navigation & the rules of the nautical road Boat handling & seamanship on coastal & inland waters Trailering a sailboat Marine weather & marine communications & much more! Approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), with chapter review questions & answers, Sailing Skills & Seamanship is the ideal study & reference guide for honing your sailing skills & expanding your seamanship knowledge. ...