BY
D. WILSON-BARKER, Master Mariner; F.R.S.E., F.R.G.S., &c., &c.
YOUNGER BROTHER OF THE TRINITY HOUSE.
With Frontispiece, Numerous Plates (Two in Colours), and Illustrations in the Text.
General Contents.—The Building of a Ship; Parts of Hull, Masts, &c.—Ropes, Knots, Splicing, &c.—Gear, Lead and Log, &c.—Rigging, Anchors—Sailmaking—The Sails, &c.—Handling of Boats under Sail—Signals and Signalling—Rule of the Road—Keeping and Relieving Watch—Points of Etiquette—Glossary of Sea Terms and Phrases—Index.
⁂ The volume contains the NEW RULES OF THE ROAD.
“This ADMIRABLE MANUAL, by Capt. Wilson-Barker of the ‘Worcester,’ seems to us PERFECTLY DESIGNED, and holds its place excellently in ‘Griffin’s Nautical Series.’ ... Although intended for those who are to become Officers of the Merchant Navy, it will be found useful by ALL YACHTSMEN.”—Athenæum.
⁂ For complete List of Griffin’s Nautical Series, see p. 39.
LONDON: CHARLES GRIFFIN & CO., LIMITED, EXETER STREET, STRAND.