This edition also contains information about the latest technical advances in equipment, and the new rules, regulations, and strategies that are critical to a safe and pleasurable time on the water.

This volume reveals the wisdom we can learn from sailing, a sport that pits human skills against the elements, tests the mettle and is a rich source of valuable lessons in life.

In this guide, based on 200,000 miles of hands-on world-cruising experience, Hal Roth gives you all the information you need to plan, launch, and relish every moment of a journey that is every sailor's dream.

This is Frank Bethwaite's ground-breaking achievement in Higher Performance Sailing.

Quickly and easily master the sailing fundamentals you'll need to get out on the water. Here is all you'll need for the confidence to sail, from acclaimed instructor and decades-long sailor Dave Franzel.

" The reference format offers readers the opportunity to open the book at any page and browse endlessly. Cartoons by SAIL Magazine cartoonist Tom Payne enliven the text. A comprehensive appendix covers some 50 technical topics.

Joshua Slocum's own background as a seasoned sailor and his deep passion for the sea undoubtedly influenced the writing of this book.