The Elements Of Navigation: A Short And Complete Explanation Of The Standard Methods Of Finding The Position Of A Ship At Sea And The Course To Be Steered (1917)
The Elements of Navigation is a book written by William James Henderson in 1917. The book offers a concise and comprehensive explanation of the standard methods used to determine the position of a ship at sea and the course to be steered. It covers a range of topics such as the use of charts, compasses, sextants, and other navigational tools. The author provides clear and practical instructions on how to use these instruments to calculate latitude and longitude, determine the ship's speed and direction, and plot a course. ...
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The Elements of Navigation is a book written by William James Henderson in 1917. The book offers a concise and comprehensive explanation of the standard methods used to determine the position of a ship at sea and the course to be steered. It covers a range of topics such as the use of charts, compasses, sextants, and other navigational tools. The author provides clear and practical instructions on how to use these instruments to calculate latitude and longitude, determine the ship's speed and direction, and plot a course. The book is written in a straightforward style, making it accessible to both novice and experienced navigators. It is a valuable resource for sailors, navigators, and anyone interested in the art and science of navigation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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