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The Serpent King

a gripping Viking adventure of revenge and honour

par Tim Hodkinson ...

Collections Livre 4 - The Whale Road Chronicles
THE BLAZING SEA, THE EXCITING NEW HISTORICAL EPIC FROM TIM HODKINSON, AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW!The fight for vengeance has no victors...AD 936. Einar Unnsson wants revenge. His mother's assassin has stolen her severed head, and the great warrior Einar is hungry for his blood. Only one thing holds him back. He is a newly sworn-in Wolf Coat, and must accompany them on their latest quest.The Wolf ... En savoir plus

$6.47 CAD

THE BLAZING SEA, THE EXCITING NEW HISTORICAL EPIC FROM TIM HODKINSON, AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW!The fight for vengeance has no victors...AD 936. Einar Unnsson wants revenge. His mother's assassin has stolen her severed head, and the great warrior Einar is hungry for his blood. Only one thing holds him back. He is a newly sworn-in Wolf Coat, and must accompany them on their latest quest.The Wolf
... En savoir plus
Solitaire Spirit: Three times around the world single-handed

Three Times Around the World Single-Handed

par Les Powles ...

Les Powles only had 8 hours of sailing experience when he decided to sail solo around the world. Many novices would be content to just dream of such an adventure, and maybe get as far as a solo Channel crossing a couple of years down the line. Not so Les Powles, one of the twentieth century's most extraordinary and eccentric sailors.Les was in his 50s when he built himself a yacht with little ... En savoir plus

$11.69 CAD

Les Powles only had 8 hours of sailing experience when he decided to sail solo around the world. Many novices would be content to just dream of such an adventure, and maybe get as far as a solo Channel crossing a couple of years down the line. Not so Les Powles, one of the twentieth century's most extraordinary and eccentric sailors.Les was in his 50s when he built himself a yacht with little
... En savoir plus
The International Marine Book of Sailing

par William Robinson ...

Here's the book that can get you sailing in an afternoon and keep you sailing better through a lifetime on the waterThis is the first sailing book that follows a sailor's ideal learning curve. Rather than tell you all about sail trim or anchoring in a single chapter, Robby Robinson tells you what you need to know when you want to know it. From the absolute basics to the most advanced techniques, ... En savoir plus

$74.96 CAD

Here's the book that can get you sailing in an afternoon and keep you sailing better through a lifetime on the waterThis is the first sailing book that follows a sailor's ideal learning curve. Rather than tell you all about sail trim or anchoring in a single chapter, Robby Robinson tells you what you need to know when you want to know it. From the absolute basics to the most advanced techniques,
... En savoir plus
Narrow Minds

The Narrow Boat Books

par Marie Browne ...

Collections series The Narrow Boat Books
In her debut memoir Narrow Margins Marie Browne saved her family from financial ruin by moving her long-suffering husband, three children and a dog on to a houseboat called Happy Go Lucky in search of a less stressful, alternative way of life.Now in Narrow Minds the family find themselves sucked back into normality, they're pretty much back where they started, horrible house, no boat and the kids ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

In her debut memoir Narrow Margins Marie Browne saved her family from financial ruin by moving her long-suffering husband, three children and a dog on to a houseboat called Happy Go Lucky in search of a less stressful, alternative way of life.Now in Narrow Minds the family find themselves sucked back into normality, they're pretty much back where they started, horrible house, no boat and the kids
... En savoir plus
Knox-Johnston on Seamanship & Seafaring

Lessons & experiences from the 50 years since the start of his record breaking voyage

par Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, CBE, RD and bar ...

On 14th June 1968 Robin Knox-Johnston set sail from Falmouth to take part in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race – the first, non-stop, single-handed sailing race around the world. He was an unknown 29-year old Merchant Navy Officer. Ten and a half months later he sailed back into Falmouth, the only finisher in the race and the first man to complete a non-stop solo circumnavigation. Since then he ... En savoir plus

$11.24 CAD

On 14th June 1968 Robin Knox-Johnston set sail from Falmouth to take part in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race – the first, non-stop, single-handed sailing race around the world. He was an unknown 29-year old Merchant Navy Officer. Ten and a half months later he sailed back into Falmouth, the only finisher in the race and the first man to complete a non-stop solo circumnavigation. Since then he
... En savoir plus
Sunny Days and Sea Breezes

The PERFECT feel-good, escapist read from the Sunday Times bestseller

par Carole Matthews ...

THE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWinner of the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year award'A life-affirming story full of joy and hope' CATHY BRAMLEY'A sun-filled, fun-filled wonderful escapist adventure' MILLY JOHNSONWhen does time out become the time of your life?Jodie Jackson is all at sea, in every sense. On a ferry bound for the Isle of Wight, she's ... ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

THE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWinner of the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year award'A life-affirming story full of joy and hope' CATHY BRAMLEY'A sun-filled, fun-filled wonderful escapist adventure' MILLY JOHNSONWhen does time out become the time of your life?Jodie Jackson is all at sea, in every sense. On a ferry bound for the Isle of Wight, she's ...
... En savoir plus
Voyage For Madmen, A

par Peter Nichols ...

"An extraordinary story of bravery and insanity on the high seas. . . . One of the most gripping sea stories I have ever read." — Sebastian Junger, author of The Perfect StormIn the tradition of Into Thin Air and The Perfect Storm, comes a breathtaking piece of maritime history and an oceanic adventure about an obsessive desire to test the limits of human endurance.In 1968, nine sailors set off on ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

"An extraordinary story of bravery and insanity on the high seas. . . . One of the most gripping sea stories I have ever read." — Sebastian Junger, author of The Perfect StormIn the tradition of Into Thin Air and The Perfect Storm, comes a breathtaking piece of maritime history and an oceanic adventure about an obsessive desire to test the limits of human endurance.In 1968, nine sailors set off on
... En savoir plus
Mine's Bigger

Tom Perkins and the Making of the Greatest Sailing Machine Ever Built

par David A. Kaplan ...

As the dominant venture capitalist of Silicon Valley, Tom Perkins had seemingly done it all—from amassing a billion-dollar fortune to getting himself convicted of manslaughter in France. But his ultimate dream was to create the biggest, fastest, riskiest, highest-tech, most self-indulgent sailboat ever built.With keen storytelling and biting wit, bestselling author David A. Kaplan takes us inside ... En savoir plus

$15.83 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

As the dominant venture capitalist of Silicon Valley, Tom Perkins had seemingly done it all—from amassing a billion-dollar fortune to getting himself convicted of manslaughter in France. But his ultimate dream was to create the biggest, fastest, riskiest, highest-tech, most self-indulgent sailboat ever built.With keen storytelling and biting wit, bestselling author David A. Kaplan takes us inside
... En savoir plus
Once Is Enough

par Miles Smeeton ...

This timeless classic is an exciting true story of survival against all odds.‘There was a sudden sickening sense of disaster. I felt a great lurch and heel, and a thunder of sound filled my ears. I was conscious, in a terrified moment, of being driven into the front and side of my bunk with tremendous force. At the same time there was a tearing cracking sound, as if Tzu Hang was being ripped apart ... En savoir plus

$11.99 CAD

This timeless classic is an exciting true story of survival against all odds.‘There was a sudden sickening sense of disaster. I felt a great lurch and heel, and a thunder of sound filled my ears. I was conscious, in a terrified moment, of being driven into the front and side of my bunk with tremendous force. At the same time there was a tearing cracking sound, as if Tzu Hang was being ripped apart
... En savoir plus
A Row a Day for a Year

Set a Goal—Track Your Progress

par D.P. Ordway ...

Experts agree that if you set a goal and track your progress, youll succeed where others fail. Regular, moderate exercise is generally recognized as the closest thing to a fountain of youth, and A Row a Day for a Year, by author D.P. Ordway, supports your ability to enhance your energy, fitness, and health by rowing each day for a year.A month-by-month exercise journal, each month begins with ... En savoir plus

$4.85 CAD

Experts agree that if you set a goal and track your progress, youll succeed where others fail. Regular, moderate exercise is generally recognized as the closest thing to a fountain of youth, and A Row a Day for a Year, by author D.P. Ordway, supports your ability to enhance your energy, fitness, and health by rowing each day for a year.A month-by-month exercise journal, each month begins with
... En savoir plus
Training to Win

Training exercises for solo boats, groups and those with a coach

par Jon Emmett ...

Collections Livre 6 - Sail to Win
Gold medal winning coach, Jon Emmett works with sailors and coaches around the world and is frequently asked things like: ‘What is a good exercise to improve this?’ ‘Why do we do this exercise?’ ‘How do we make the exercise more / less difficult?’ This book is the answer to those frequently asked questions. It contains training exercises for each element of a sailing race. As well as describing ... En savoir plus

$14.03 CAD

Gold medal winning coach, Jon Emmett works with sailors and coaches around the world and is frequently asked things like: ‘What is a good exercise to improve this?’ ‘Why do we do this exercise?’ ‘How do we make the exercise more / less difficult?’ This book is the answer to those frequently asked questions. It contains training exercises for each element of a sailing race. As well as describing
... En savoir plus
The Blue Book of Sailing : The 22 Keys to Sailing Mastery

The 22 Keys to Sailing Mastery

par Adam Cort ...

Transform basic sailing skills into true masteryNo other sport is as complex or as gear- and technique-intensive as sailing. The details and nuances are vast, but beneath the surface are 22 elements, or core areas of knowledge. By understanding these principles you can attain true mastery: tie any knot, shape any sail, take the helm of any boat, no matter how large or unfamiliar. ... En savoir plus

$21.32 CAD

Transform basic sailing skills into true masteryNo other sport is as complex or as gear- and technique-intensive as sailing. The details and nuances are vast, but beneath the surface are 22 elements, or core areas of knowledge. By understanding these principles you can attain true mastery: tie any knot, shape any sail, take the helm of any boat, no matter how large or unfamiliar.
... En savoir plus
Four Mums in a Boat

Friends who rowed 3000 miles, broke a world record and learnt a lot about life along the way

par Janette Benaddi, Helen Butters, Niki Doeg, Frances Davies ...

A TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 SPORTS BOOK AWARDSLONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017The incredible true story of four ordinary working mums from Yorkshire who took on an extraordinary challenge and broke a world record along the way.Janette, Frances, Helen and Niki, though all from Yorkshire, were four very different women, all juggling full time ... En savoir plus

$20.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

A TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2018 SPORTS BOOK AWARDSLONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017The incredible true story of four ordinary working mums from Yorkshire who took on an extraordinary challenge and broke a world record along the way.Janette, Frances, Helen and Niki, though all from Yorkshire, were four very different women, all juggling full time
... En savoir plus
Seaworthy Offshore Sailboat: A Guide to Essential Features, Handling, and Gear

par John Vigor ...

"An invaluable resource. [Vigor's] practical wisdom gives you the know-how and confidence to prepare your boat for the sea."--Cruising World. Here is the book that answer the sailor's fundamental question--"Can my boat take me offshore safely?"--then shows how to make it happen. ... En savoir plus

$22.22 CAD

"An invaluable resource. [Vigor's] practical wisdom gives you the know-how and confidence to prepare your boat for the sea."--Cruising World. Here is the book that answer the sailor's fundamental question--"Can my boat take me offshore safely?"--then shows how to make it happen.
... En savoir plus
Fast Track to Sailing

Learn to Sail in Three Days

par Steve Colgate, Doris Colgate ...

The learn-to-sail book for when you are in a hurry to gain your sea legsAt the Offshore Sailing School, the Colgates havetaught more than 100,000 adults how to sail. Now theyare making their proven instructional methods availableto you so you can fulfill your sailing dreams in little time.Though designed around three days of intensiveinstruction, the book adapts easily to any learning pace.You can ... En savoir plus

$24.83 CAD

The learn-to-sail book for when you are in a hurry to gain your sea legsAt the Offshore Sailing School, the Colgates havetaught more than 100,000 adults how to sail. Now theyare making their proven instructional methods availableto you so you can fulfill your sailing dreams in little time.Though designed around three days of intensiveinstruction, the book adapts easily to any learning pace.You can
... En savoir plus
Sailing to the Edge of Time

The Promise, the Challenges, and the Freedom of Ocean Voyaging

par John Kretschmer ...

John Kretschmer is sailing's practical philosopher – as much a doer as a thinker. And that is the overarching theme of this chronicle of a sailing life. Often amusing, sometimes poignant, occasionally terrifying but always inspiring, his deeply personal account is a welcome reminder of the good life waiting at sea.With hundreds of thousands of nautical miles under his keel, John's adventures have ... En savoir plus

$15.92 CAD

John Kretschmer is sailing's practical philosopher – as much a doer as a thinker. And that is the overarching theme of this chronicle of a sailing life. Often amusing, sometimes poignant, occasionally terrifying but always inspiring, his deeply personal account is a welcome reminder of the good life waiting at sea.With hundreds of thousands of nautical miles under his keel, John's adventures have
... En savoir plus
The Complete Sailor, Second Edition

par David Seidman ...

This is not just an instructional book---it's an insight into a sailor's approach to the sea, boats, and the ever-changing dynamic of wind on the water"A learn-to-sail book with heart."--WoodenBoat"A real winner...a masterful blend of straightforward text with delightful and instructive illustrations. Quite simply a great primer on sailing and the world of boats for readers of all ages."--Cruising ... En savoir plus

$18.62 CAD

This is not just an instructional book---it's an insight into a sailor's approach to the sea, boats, and the ever-changing dynamic of wind on the water"A learn-to-sail book with heart."--WoodenBoat"A real winner...a masterful blend of straightforward text with delightful and instructive illustrations. Quite simply a great primer on sailing and the world of boats for readers of all ages."--Cruising
... En savoir plus
Fatal Storm

The 54th Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race - 10th Anniversary Edition

par Rob Mundle ...

the Sydney to Hobart yacht race is one of the world's major sporting events. In 1998, it became one of the world's major sporting disasters. Six sailors tragically perished and numerous yachts sank or were badly damaged. the subsequent search and rescue operation was one of the most phenomenally accomplished peacetime effortsthe world has ever seen. In this fully updated edition to mark the 10th ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

the Sydney to Hobart yacht race is one of the world's major sporting events. In 1998, it became one of the world's major sporting disasters. Six sailors tragically perished and numerous yachts sank or were badly damaged. the subsequent search and rescue operation was one of the most phenomenally accomplished peacetime effortsthe world has ever seen. In this fully updated edition to mark the 10th
... En savoir plus
Singlehanded Sailing

Thoughts, Tips, Techniques & Tactics

par Andrew Evans ...

"It takes thousands of hours of sailing to get the kind of knowledge contained in this book." -- from the Foreword by Bruce SchwabThe ONLY bible for how to sail your boat fast, safe, and aloneSolo sailing is within any sailor's grasp with a little forethought--and this essential guide.Got a 35-foot sailboat? No problem. Is the wind blowing 20 knots? No problem. Are you racing offshore overnight? ... En savoir plus

$28.61 CAD

"It takes thousands of hours of sailing to get the kind of knowledge contained in this book." -- from the Foreword by Bruce SchwabThe ONLY bible for how to sail your boat fast, safe, and aloneSolo sailing is within any sailor's grasp with a little forethought--and this essential guide.Got a 35-foot sailboat? No problem. Is the wind blowing 20 knots? No problem. Are you racing offshore overnight?
... En savoir plus
Sailboat Electrical Systems: Improvement, Wiring, and Repair

par Don Casey ...

Collections series IM Sailboat Library
Don't Be Baffled by Your Electrical System--Handle Repairs and Improvements with EaseWith clear illustrations and simple explanations, Don Casey shows you exactly how to install wiring . . . make good, safe connections . . . match your battery bank and alternator to your needs . . . troubleshoot problems quickly . . . avoid shore power problems . . . and more--all without a lot of technical jargon ... En savoir plus

$25.73 CAD

Don't Be Baffled by Your Electrical System--Handle Repairs and Improvements with EaseWith clear illustrations and simple explanations, Don Casey shows you exactly how to install wiring . . . make good, safe connections . . . match your battery bank and alternator to your needs . . . troubleshoot problems quickly . . . avoid shore power problems . . . and more--all without a lot of technical jargon
... En savoir plus
Farther Up the Strait

Coastal British Columbia Stories

par Wayne J. Lutz ...

Collections Livre 7 - Coastal British Columbia Stories
Version republished 12-15-2013. Boating and survival off the grid in coastal British Columbia, where mountains drop into the sea and people practice self-reliance and a different sense of purpose. Destinations on the Strait of Georgia, with contrarian views of the people and places of coastal British Columbia. A follow-up book to the original 'Up the Strait,' which constitutes a set of two books ... En savoir plus

$5.39 CAD

Version republished 12-15-2013. Boating and survival off the grid in coastal British Columbia, where mountains drop into the sea and people practice self-reliance and a different sense of purpose. Destinations on the Strait of Georgia, with contrarian views of the people and places of coastal British Columbia. A follow-up book to the original 'Up the Strait,' which constitutes a set of two books
... En savoir plus
Marine Diesel Engines

Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair

par Nigel Calder ...

Praise for this boating classic:“The most up-to-date and readable book we've seen on the subject.”—Sailing World“Deserves a place on any diesel-powered boat.”—Motor Boat & Yachting“Clear, logical, and even interesting to read.”—Cruising WorldKeep your diesel engine going with help from a master mechanicMarine Diesel Engines has been the bible for do-it-yourself boatowners for more ... ... En savoir plus

$29.33 CAD

Praise for this boating classic:“The most up-to-date and readable book we've seen on the subject.”—Sailing World“Deserves a place on any diesel-powered boat.”—Motor Boat & Yachting“Clear, logical, and even interesting to read.”—Cruising WorldKeep your diesel engine going with help from a master mechanicMarine Diesel Engines has been the bible for do-it-yourself boatowners for more ...
... En savoir plus
Manuel de Navigation à la Voile

Manœuvres - Navigation - Instruments - Sécurité - Règlementation - Météo

par Roland Nyns ...

Ce guide avec plus de 100 illustrations et photos originales aborde toutes les notions indispensables pour naviguer à la voile en sécurité et accéder à l'autonomie. Il est le fruit de nombreuses années de navigation et d'enseignement à la fameuse école de voile des Glénans où l'auteur est aussi formateur de moniteurs.Il sera sans doute aussi très utile à ceux qui préparent l'examen du permis ou d ... En savoir plus

$11.93 CAD

Ce guide avec plus de 100 illustrations et photos originales aborde toutes les notions indispensables pour naviguer à la voile en sécurité et accéder à l'autonomie. Il est le fruit de nombreuses années de navigation et d'enseignement à la fameuse école de voile des Glénans où l'auteur est aussi formateur de moniteurs.Il sera sans doute aussi très utile à ceux qui préparent l'examen du permis ou d
... En savoir plus
Sailing For Dummies

par J. J. Fetter, Peter Isler ...

Buoy your sailing knowhow with advice from two US sailing championsNothing can beat the feel of the warm sun on your back, the gentle wind in your hair, and a swaying deck under your feet. If you long to take to the open water and sail wherever the wind takes you, you’ll find everything you need to know in Sailing For Dummies. This friendly guide offers information for beginning and intermediate ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

Buoy your sailing knowhow with advice from two US sailing championsNothing can beat the feel of the warm sun on your back, the gentle wind in your hair, and a swaying deck under your feet. If you long to take to the open water and sail wherever the wind takes you, you’ll find everything you need to know in Sailing For Dummies. This friendly guide offers information for beginning and intermediate
... En savoir plus

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