Art of Sail-making : As Practiced in the Royal Navy and According to the Most Approved Methods in the Merchant Service

9781437065732. New condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 176. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 176 p. The Art of Sail-Making, written by David R. Steel in 1843, is a comprehensive guide to the process of sail-making as it was practiced in the Royal Navy and the Merchant Service during the mid-19th century. The book covers all aspects of sail-making, from the selection of materials to the construction and repair of sails. It includes detailed descriptions of the tools and techniques used by sail-makers, as well as instructions for making different types of sails, such as square sails, fore-and-aft sails, and jibs. The book also provides information on the care and maintenance of sails, including how to store them and how to repair them when they become damaged. The Art of Sail-Making is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of sailing and the craft of sail-making.Accompanied With The Parliamentary Regulations Relative To Sails And Sailcloth. The Admiralty Instructions For Manufacturing Canvas For Her Majesty s Navy, Form Of Tender, Etc. Illustrated By Numerous Figures, With Full And Accurate Tables.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.