"The Blackwell Handbook of Judgment and Decision Making" is a state-of-the art overview of current topics and research in the study of how people make evaluations, draw inferences, and make decisions under conditions of uncertainty and conflict. This work: contains contributions by experts from various disciplines that reflect current trends and ...
This book critically interrogates the work of David Harvey, one of the world's most influential geographers, and one of its best known Marxists. It considers the entire range of Harvey's oeuvre, from the nature of urbanism to environmental issues. It is written by contributors from across the human sciences, operating with a range of critical ...
This book contains all the information a boatowner needs to fully understand how sails work, and how to design, make, repair and modify them. The do-it-yourself sailmaker can save as much as three-quarters of the cost of small boat sails by making them or recutting old ones, using a little more than a tape measure, scissors and a simple sewing ...
A guide to the way sails work, and how to design, make, repair and modify them. It is suitable for boats measuring up to 40 feet. The author describes the differences between each type of rig, its handling and its performance out on the water. He discusses the choice of sailcloth and sail care, and covers the principles of sail design and the use ...
The DIY sailmaker can save as much as three-quarters of the cost of their sails by making them or re-cutting old ones, using little more than a tape measure, scissors and a domestic sewing machine. This work shows how the traditional rule-of-thumb methods of sail design can be updated with the aid of computer programs available by post. It ...
An explanation of the capabilities and behaviour of the big multihulls. Beginning by examining their origins, and going on to explain their design elements, their performance and the particular handling requirements, this book presents a thorough analysis of the world of multihulls.
Most people would love to get afloat if only the cost was not prohibitive. The author, who has been sailing boats for more than 50 years, shows how it can be done without burning a hole in your pocket.
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