Homeward Bound, A Seaman's Sunday Book: Containing Plain And Practical Sailing Directions For The Quarterdeck And Forecastle (1863)

By A Sailor's Friend

Book Overview

Homeward Bound is a book written by A Sailor's Friend and first published in 1863. The book is a comprehensive guide for sailors, providing practical and straightforward sailing directions for both the quarterdeck and forecastle. It is designed to be a seaman's Sunday book, intended to be read and studied during leisure time on board a ship.The book covers a wide range of topics related to sailing and seamanship, including navigation, weather forecasting, rigging, and ship maintenance. It also includes advice on how to handle emergencies at sea, such as storms, fires, and collisions.The author writes in a clear and concise style, using simple language and avoiding technical jargon wherever possible. The book is therefore accessible to sailors of all levels of experience, from novices to seasoned professionals.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of safety at sea and the need for sailors to be well-prepared and vigilant. He also stresses the importance of teamwork and cooperation among the crew, and provides tips on how to maintain good morale and discipline on board.Overall, Homeward Bound is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in sailing or maritime activities. Its practical advice and timeless wisdom have made it a classic of nautical literature, and it remains a popular reference book for sailors and seafarers around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166949338
• ISBN13: 9781166949334
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"