Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 2 (1866)

Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 2 (1866) by Stephen Bleecker Luce is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of seamanship. This book is the second part of a two-volume set that was originally published in 1866. It covers a wide range of topics related to sailing and seamanship, including navigation, rigging, anchoring, and handling different types of vessels. The author, Stephen Bleecker Luce, was a renowned American naval officer who served in the Civil War and later became the founder and first president of the Naval War College. He drew on his extensive experience and knowledge to compile this guide, which was intended for use by sailors, ship captains, and naval officers. The book is organized into chapters that cover different aspects of seamanship, such as the construction and management of ships, the use of charts and instruments for navigation, and the handling of sails and rigging. It also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques discussed in the text. Overall, Seamanship: Compiled From Various Authorities Part 2 (1866) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in sailing or naval history. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century seamanship and offers practical advice that is still relevant today.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.