Bookharbour Nautical Books

Simple text and easy to follow illustrations take the reader step-by-step through each stage of the knot tying process. This book fits easily into a pocket or tackle box; is waterproof so it can be used whilst fishing, and is designed to stay open, allowing the reader to use both hands to practice tying knots. For ease of use, the knots in this guide are divided into three main categories; droppers and loops, knots for securing and knots for joining line to line.

In the same handy splashproof format as the highly successful Skipper's Cockpit Guide, this book is a convenient lie-flat reference to all types and sizes of marine diesel engine. There is advice on how the engine works, how each part interacts, dos and don'ts, fault finding and troubleshooting tests, and detailed exploded diagrams to show how to fix problems. There is advice on the oil system cooling system gearbox injectors the controls electric's.

The Sailing Bible is a user-friendly, hands-on manual packed with detailed step-by-step diagrams, lively action photos, and helpful advice on getting the most out of your sailing at whatever level. Whether just learning the basics or wanting tips on sailing with the best, this is the book that will give you all the answers you are looking for.

Among the wealth of advice there are hints on how to judge distance at sea or tell if the tide is turned, how to steer clear of rocks and ensure you come alongside safely and in style. These are the sort of practical tips that are learned over many years at sea and don't feature in the syllabus of yachting qualifications.