Just started sailing a few weeks ago, found and bought and digested 4 book on sailing since them - this one does not impress.A summary look at the glossary reveals that proofreading was skipped entirely here. Several definitions (like "Sink" and "Surf") do *not* have entries, and the definitions have been attached as "#2" to the previous entry. (looks like some kind of computer "glitch" that was not caught.)
Very, VERY basic concepts like "Points of Sail" and descriptions of them are missing entirely! Reading this book will leave you in the dark unless you have read a book on fundamentals first.
Little "E-notes" and "E-alerts" are scattered throughout the text. Unfortunately, they never seem to be appropriate to the chapter or subject being discussed. (For example, the section on "Abandoning ship" has a note about keeping your ropes neatly coiled for appearance sake.)
This book DOES have a ton of information about operating your boat *under engine power* - but assumes that you have a motor/steering system not found on smaller boats.
DO read this book for "fun" stuff like the rituals required to rename your boat. DO read it if you *Think* you already know "Everything about Sailing" - you *may* learn something new.
