HISTORY OF SAILING IN 100 OBJECTS

A fascinating visual and informative tour of the history of sailing. The book explores the key objects which helped transform sailing from the earliest small boats to the sophisticated yachts of today. Objects cover the essential navigational breakthroughs of the astrolabe, sextant and compass, to the more esoteric examples such as lemons, which sailors ate to prevent scurvy, and whalebone, which was used for scrimshaw. This is an enjoyable, insightful read, with over 100 illustrations and photos, and a perfect gift for any fan of history and sailing.