Sailing On The Edge
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Sailing On The Edge
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Author : Bob Fisher
language : en
Publisher: Insight Editions
Release Date : 2013-07-02
Sailing On The Edge written by Bob Fisher and has been published by Insight Editions this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-02 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Sailing on the Edge is a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at the race that has inspired sports enthusiasts and nations alike for more than 150 years. This ultimate treasury of the America’s Cup explores the sport’s rich history, tracing its evolution to becoming the most riveting race on the water with the most coveted prize. Recent advancements in technology and design have revolutionized the sport like never before, making the 2013 34th America’s Cup the most thrilling race to date. The 34th America’s Cup brings the international competition back to the United States for the first time in eighteen years, and the stunning San Francisco Bay provides the backdrop the two final stages. Two new classes of boats will debut—the AC45 catamarans and the AC72s, both more powerful and more demanding, resulting in an evermore-spectacular competition. Sailing on the Edge covers it all, from the science behind the shipbuilding to the artistry and strength of the skippers and their teams.
Sailing To The Edge Of Fear
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Author : Frank Dye
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2000
Sailing To The Edge Of Fear written by Frank Dye and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Ocean travel categories.
Few can imagine confronting the challenges of the North Atlantic by sailing through hurricanes, heat and thick fog never mind facing this journey alone in a 16-foot open dinghy with no engine.
Sailing The Water S Edge
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Author : Helen V. Milner
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2015-09-15
Sailing The Water S Edge written by Helen V. Milner and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-09-15 with Political Science categories.
How U.S. domestic politics shapes the nation's foreign policy When engaging with other countries, the U.S. government has a number of different policy instruments at its disposal, including foreign aid, international trade, and the use of military force. But what determines which policies are chosen? Does the United States rely too much on the use of military power and coercion in its foreign policies? Sailing the Water's Edge focuses on how domestic U.S. politics—in particular the interactions between the president, Congress, interest groups, bureaucratic institutions, and the public—have influenced foreign policy choices since World War II and shows why presidents have more control over some policy instruments than others. Presidential power matters and it varies systematically across policy instruments. Helen Milner and Dustin Tingley consider how Congress and interest groups have substantial material interests in and ideological divisions around certain issues and that these factors constrain presidents from applying specific tools. As a result, presidents select instruments that they have more control over, such as use of the military. This militarization of U.S. foreign policy raises concerns about the nature of American engagement, substitution among policy tools, and the future of U.S. foreign policy. Milner and Tingley explore whether American foreign policy will remain guided by a grand strategy of liberal internationalism, what affects American foreign policy successes and failures, and the role of U.S. intelligence collection in shaping foreign policy. The authors support their arguments with rigorous theorizing, quantitative analysis, and focused case studies, such as U.S. foreign policy in Sub-Saharan Africa across two presidential administrations. Sailing the Water’s Edge examines the importance of domestic political coalitions and institutions on the formation of American foreign policy.
Sailing On The Edge Alone Across The Atlantic
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Author : Peter Keating
language : en
Publisher: Book Reality Experience
Release Date : 2021-06-17
Sailing On The Edge Alone Across The Atlantic written by Peter Keating and has been published by Book Reality Experience this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-17 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
At the age of 57, Australian Peter Keating set out to sail, single-handed, across the Atlantic. This is his account, yet it is also the journey of each one of us, should we decide to peer over the horizon and strike out from safe harbours.
Sailing A Serious Ocean Sailboats Storms Stories And Lessons Learned From 30 Years At Sea
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Author : John Kretschmer
language : en
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Release Date : 2013-10-18
Sailing A Serious Ocean Sailboats Storms Stories And Lessons Learned From 30 Years At Sea written by John Kretschmer and has been published by McGraw Hill Professional this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-18 with History categories.
"I know you'll want to read more after you finish Sailing a Serious Ocean. And be warned, you'll very likely want to sail with John, perhaps across an ocean." -- DALLAS MURPHY, AUTHOR OF ROUNDING THE HORN After sailing 300,000 miles and weathering dozens of storms in all the world's oceans, John Kretschmer has plenty of stories and advice to share. John's offshore training passages sell out a year in advance and his entertaining presentations are popular at boat shows and yacht clubs all over the English speaking world. John's talent for storytelling enchants his audience as it soaks up the lessons he learned during his oftenchallenging voyages. Now you can take a seat next to John--at a lesser cost--and get the knowledge you need to fulfill your own dream of blue-water adventure. In Sailing a Serious Ocean, John tells you what to expect when sailing the oceans and shows how to sail safely across them. His tales of storm encounters and other examples of extreme seamanship will help you prepare for your journey and give you confidence to handle any situation—even heavy weather. Through his personal stories, John will guide you through the whole process of choosing the right boat, outfitting with the right gear, planning your route, navigating the ocean, and understanding the nuances of life at sea. Our oceans are beautiful yet unpredictable—water that is at one moment a natural mirror for the glowing sun can turn into a foamy, raging wall of fury. John knows our oceans, and he is one of the best teachers of taming and enjoying them. Before you set off across the big blue, turn to John for his inspirational stories and hard-learned advice and discover the serious sailor in you.
Sailing To The Edge Of Time
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Author : John Kretschmer
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2018-11-13
Sailing To The Edge Of Time written by John Kretschmer and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-13 with Sports & Recreation categories.
John Kretschmer is sailing's practical philosopher – as much a doer as a thinker. And that is the overarching theme of this chronicle of a sailing life. Often amusing, sometimes poignant, occasionally terrifying but always inspiring, his deeply personal account is a welcome reminder of the good life waiting at sea. With hundreds of thousands of nautical miles under his keel, John's adventures have taken him several times around the world, with challenging crossings of the Atlantic and the Pacific, a narrow escape from a coup in Yemen, an unlikely deliverance from a coral reef off Belize as well as more serene, introspective passages where trade winds are blowing and stories are flowing. His crew has included CEOs, actors, writers, teachers, kids – in essence, everyone. John's narrative is interwoven with practical tips and advice in seamanship, but also, and just as importantly, his hard-won insights about making the most of our lives. He truly believes we find out who we really are, and what we are capable of, far from the shackles of land, when we find a place where time changes shape – days may merge into one another, but minutes are memorable. To live adventurously is to live more fully, and that is the life John Kretschmer continues to live. In this book he shares his simple profundities that will inspire those who live to sail, and those seeking something more rewarding from life.
Sailing Fundamentals
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Author : Gary Jobson
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2008-09-08
Sailing Fundamentals written by Gary Jobson and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-09-08 with Sports & Recreation categories.
The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, with over 150 line drawings and photographs. Written by America’s foremost instructional authority, the new edition of Sailing Fundamentals combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs of many yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups. Unlike most introductory sailing books, which reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors, Sailing Fundamentals has been extensively pretested by ASA professional instructors to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and basic coastal cruising. This book covers every aspect of beginning sailing—from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring—and specifically prepares the learner to qualify for sailing certification according to international standards. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America’s Cup victory as tactician aboard Courageous. He was head sailing coach at the US Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country.
Beyond The Ocean S Edge
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Author : D. Andrew McChesney
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-05
Beyond The Ocean S Edge written by D. Andrew McChesney and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05 with Fiction categories.
Hotchkiss continued on. Ed! You didnt see it? The use of his captains first name on deck attested to the first lieutenants growing apprehension and maddening confusion. See what, Isaac, my old friend? Pierce recognized his comrades state of mind and did not correct his lapse of quarterdeck etiquette. Clearly, a more personal and comfortable approach was needed. The stars! The stars, Ed! We werent just looking up at them. We were amongst them. There was the sea, and then there wasnt. And the stars were below us as well! And we were there, right among them, like we were the stars themselves, or the moon or... Im sure you saw what youve described. Unfortunately, I chanced not to see it, although I have had a strange feeling of timelessness. Is it possible to sail beyond the oceans edge to another world? In 1802 Royal Navy Lieutenant Edward Pierce is ashore on half pay because of the Peace of Amiens. He fortunately gains command of a vessel searching for a lost, legendary island. When the island is found, Pierce and his shipmates discover that it exists in an entirely different but similar world. Exploring the seas around Stone Island, HMS Island Expedition sails headlong into an arena of mistaken identities, violent naval battles, strange truces, dangerous liaisons, international intrigue, superstition, and ancient prophecies. Detained by that worlds equivalent of Great Britain, Pierce struggles to free his ship and crew. Despondent over giving up his ship and possibly never seeing his beloved Evangeline again, Pierces outlook brightens when he discovers new-found friends working to liberate him and his crew. With time he comes to understand the prophesied role he and his companions are to play in that other world.
Rya Tactics
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Author : Mark Rushall
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006-10
Rya Tactics written by Mark Rushall and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-10 with Sailboat racing categories.
No other sport requires the combination of so many elements as sail racing; preparation, strategy, speed, tuning and most importantly tactics. RYA Tactics is written by Mark Rushall one of the sport's top tacticians and coaches. Within the very popular RYA Racing series, this title can really help you to sail better and win races. With easy to follow diagrams and colour photographs it takes you logically and holistically through each section.