Classic classes
This is the complete reference to the classic yachts and dinghies still sailing today. Focusing on the most well-known, popular and enduring designs - from the 7ft Optimist to the 125ft J class - this beautifully illustrated book showcases 144 boats from across the world, with a wealth of detail on each class, including: the origins and history of the class; what it's like to sail one; fascinating stories about the boat, who sailed her, and her development; stunning photography, sailplans and s…
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- Full title :Classic classes / Vanessa Bird.
Summary
This is the complete reference to the classic yachts and dinghies still sailing today. Focusing on the most well-known, popular and enduring designs - from the 7ft Optimist to the 125ft J class - this beautifully illustrated book showcases 144 boats from across the world, with a wealth of detail on each class, including: the origins and history of the class; what it's like to sail one; fascinating stories about the boat, who sailed her, and her development; stunning photography, sailplans and sail symbol; full detail on her length, layout and designer. Featuring designers from an international.
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- Publication Date:©2012
- Edition:First edition
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):WoodenBoat Books
- Place of Publication:Brooklin, Maine
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:©2012
Notes
Includes a guide to sail insignia.
Includes index.
The Physical Object
- Description:vii, 160 pages : : color illustrations ; : 25 cm
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781934982075, 1934982075
- oclc:ocn959873847
- Dewey Decimal:623.8223
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