SAILOR'S START—UP — A BEGINNERS GUIDE TO SAILING

The present instructional book shall serve as an excellent guide for the beginners covering both catamaran and mono-hull sailing with particular attention paid to the basic sailing techniques, safety matters and, what is very important, fun! The author is not using any of complicated marine jargon usually getting most of the novices stymied, and proceeds directly to the fundamental questions, for instance, how to leave the dock and where the brakes are located.

The simple theoretical principles and techniques addressed in the pages of this volume are nicely illustrated in detail. This book has already been very well met by the beginner sailors from all around the world who have appreciated the approach used by the author to presentation of the material making it easily understandable to all of them.

Spending some time with the book and going thoroughly through all chapters and information provided will definitely guarantee a good understanding and getting a required theoretical basis for the beginner sailors to start practicing on the water. Recommended to all newcomers to the world of yachting regardless of their level, knowledge and skills - all of them will find this guide useful.