A gift from my favorite uncle, Uncle Jack, who introduced me to sailing when I was a late teen and shared with me his love of the sea, sailing, sky and all things nautical. I love you Uncle Jack and miss you each time we push off from the dock and start anew another sail, just wish you could be aboard.

Good book to the beginner sailor. At the start it gives a good but not too comprehensive explanation on the parts of the boat, how they work and basic sailing. Then it discuses safety and general seamanship. After that it starts to briefly describe a lot of things of coastal cruising, and finally the book talks about specifically about boats.

Lousy. New edition 100% improved.