<p>Praise for the UK edition:<br><b><i>"It is simplicity itself, whether you plan on stepping into a dinghy or aboard a yacht."</i><br>-- Sailing</b></p><p><b><i>Learning to Sail</i></b> is the ideal guide for new sailors. It is also valuable as a backup to sailing courses and useful as a refresher course on the basics. Lively color photographs and clear diagrams highlight expert instruction on topics that range from the various parts of a boat to advanced knots, reading charts and navigation.</p><p>This straightforward and comprehensive guide covers:</p><ul><li>How to get started<li>What things are called<li>How a boat sails<li>Sailing a dinghy<li>Yachts -- getting to know the ropes<li>Crewing a yacht<li>The tide<li>The weather<li>How to navigate<li>Some useful knots<li>A comprehensive glossary. </li></ul><p><b><i>Learning to Sail</i></b> is suitable for all ages and learning environments. It is designed specifically to give novice sailors the information and guidance they need to set sail safely and with confidence.</p>