Sheridan (Mehr als 8.600 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Up the Creek charts Tony James' unintentional voyage from his home in landlocked Derbyshire, to a marina in Somerset via the Caribbean, the Persian gulf and the bottom of a swimming pool in Ottery St. Mary. On the way, Tony gathers a motley crew of unforgettable eccentrics and maritime misfits, brought to hilarious life by his acute observations of the ridiculous and by his wry acceptance that whatever happens at sea, things can only get worse. The funniest and most original sailing book for years.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Guy Bernardin, a French racing sailor, buys a replica of the SPRAY and takes his wife and 3-year-old son on a circumnavigation retracing Joshua SlocumAs famous voyage. It is 1995 and Guy, Annick and Briac will spend the next three years travelling around the world in SPRAY OF SAINT BRIAC. First, on a trial run, they leave from Newport, get to GuyAs native Brittany, then on to Portugal, Spain and a new crossing of the Atlantic, the Caribbean and back to New England via the Intracoastal Waterway. Then, familiar with the SPRAY and their life on board, they follow in the wake of Slocum. The Atlantic, where they escape Hurricane Chantal, the Azores, Tenerife, Culebra, the Panama Canal, the Pacific, the Tuamotus to Australia, the Indian Ocean, South Africa, the South Atlantic with a stop at St Helena, and back to Newport in time to participate in the anniversary celebrations. Bernardin brings a fresh look to this travelogue. An expert sailor, he enjoys himself doing what seems to him easy sailing. He introduces his young child to life on a boat and discovers the whole world at the same time. This is the story of a happy family at sea.Remembering Slocum and his own grandfather, a Cape Ho.…

Zustand: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Max Wood served his nautical apprenticeship on one of the very last commercial voyages of any cargo square-rigger.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Presents the collection of author's editorials and other writings that contain useful advice, keen observations and, comments.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Seasoned by Salt is the fascinating account of a one-year cruise, from Connecticut to Grenada and back, undertaken by a sailing couple. The book alternates throughout between their two complementary voices as they relive their journey. They are not your average tourists. Their story is brimming with humor and high adventure, and reflects a deep understanding of the history, people, and economy of the many islands that they visited. During their journey, they develop an understanding of the historical bond between North America and the Caribbean, particularly their intertwined colonial past and their shared legacy of slavery and racial division. This book is a romance, a comedy, a search for personal meaning, and above all a wonderful sailing story that finds subtle parallels between individuals' relationships and nations' and explores the crucial and continuing ties between the sea and history. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Collected here for the first time are the eloquent musings of over 1,000 writers and speakers on the beauty, mystery and power of the sea.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. THE SPRITE SISTERS - FOUR SISTERS - FOUR ELEMENTS - FOUR POWERS The Magic Unfolds is the second title in Sheridan Winn's Sprite Sisters series. Aimed at girl readers aged 7-11 years, the stories have been bestsellers in Germany where Fischer Verlag has sold over 200,000 books. Originally published by Piccadilly Press in the UK, this is the author's own edition with a new jacket design. The wind tore through the attics, it tore around the towers and it tore through the garden. Tile spun from the roof and crashed on the ground below. The huge house shook and let out an almighty roar. Ariel, Ash and Marina screamed. 'Hold on - hold the power ' shouted Flame. The Sprite Sisters' home, Sprite Towers, is under threat and the property developer is closing in. Glenda Glass, their vengeful enemy, is detemined to expose the sisters' magic powers and throw them out of the house. Have the Sprite Sisters enough power to to save their family home.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Describes the author's around the world attempt by sail, which was inspired by the examples of his heroes Herman Melville, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Joshua Slocum.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Thomas Froncek has had a long career as a writer and editor, and now sails a Catalina 25 on Casco Bay and the Gulf of Maine.

Zustand: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Presents the collection of author's editorials and other writings that contain useful advice, keen observations and, comments.

Zustand: Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Zustand: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Zustand: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Hardback. Zustand: Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. THE SPRITE SISTERS - FOUR SISTERS - FOUR ELEMENTS - FOUR POWERS The Magic Unfolds is the second title in Sheridan Winn's Sprite Sisters series. Aimed at girl readers aged 7-11 years, the stories have been bestsellers in Germany where Fischer Verlag has sold over 200,000 books. Originally published by Piccadilly Press in the UK, this is the author's own edition with a new jacket design. The wind tore through the attics, it tore around the towers and it tore through the garden. Tile spun from the roof and crashed on the ground below. The huge house shook and let out an almighty roar. Ariel, Ash and Marina screamed. 'Hold on - hold the power ' shouted Flame. The Sprite Sisters' home, Sprite Towers, is under threat and the property developer is closing in. Glenda Glass, their vengeful enemy, is detemined to expose the sisters' magic powers and throw them out of the house. Have the Sprite Sisters enough power to to save their family home.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good.

Zustand: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition including possible liquid damage. As well, answers may be filled in. Lastly, may be missing components, e.g. missing DVDs, CDs, Access Code, etc.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Basic Coastal Navigation is a clearly written, easy to understand introduction to coastal navigation, outlining the techniques of piloting that are fundamental to safe navigation for smal boats, whether power or sail. The reader is guided from simple to more complex piloting solutions and eventually learns to plot a complete day trip.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Unlike most books on sail trim, which seem to be written exclusively for racing sailors, Peter Nielsen's Sailpower is intended for the sailing community at large. Any and all seafarers, whether racer or cruiser, amateur or expert, will benefit from Nielsen's down-to-earth practical advice and superb illustrations that demonstrate exactly how to achieve a perfect set-up to get the most out of your sails. Comprehensive chapters cover every aspect of how sails interact with the wind and the boat's hull, making it simple for mariners to customize their rigging. This is one book no sailor can afford to be without. Contents include: how sails works, essential sail trim tips, how to balance your boat, how to keep moving in light airs, heavy weather trim and techniques, spinnakers for cruising, how to tune your rig, reefing system improvements, running rigging, troubleshooting, and care. Even the most relaxed sailors can enjoy fine-tuning their boat for optimum efficiency and will benefit from the knowledge of the author. Nielsen, an experienced racer and cruiser, is the editor of SAIL Magazine.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book is all about helping you keep your boat and crew out of trouble by anticipating problems and dealing with them before they become disasters. In, Handling Troubles Afloat, the author draws on his many years of experience to give solutions to a range of many potential problems, so that by acting competantly in a crisis you will be able to prevent a small setback from turning into a major emergency.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A collection of 40 of John Kretschmer's Used Boat Notebook columns, a popular boat review feature in Sailing Magazine. The focus is on boat specifics, providing the detailed information and hard-hitting reviews that a prospective boat buyer is looking for.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. What if the modern chronic disease epidemic is not simply bad luck, aging, or genetics? Why are cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, autoimmune disorders, arthritis, autism, infertility, obesity, anxiety, and depression increasing at such alarming rates -- even as medical technology continues to advance? In Your Health Has Been Hijacked, physician and surgeon Dr. Tom Reed takes readers on a powerful and thought-provoking journey into the hidden factors contributing to today's health crisis. Drawing from decades of medical experience and research, Dr. Reed explores how toxic chemicals, processed foods, environmental exposures, pharmaceutical influence, emotional triggers from past learned experiences and responses, and failures within modern health care may be affecting the health of millions. This book challenges readers to reconsider many widely accepted assumptions about health, disease prevention, and the role of modern medicine in society. Rather than simply treating symptoms, Dr. Reed argues that we must begin addressing the root causes of chronic illness if we hope to reverse the devastating trends affecting both adults and children. Inside this compelling book, readers will discover: * The possible links between environmental toxins and chronic disease. * Why chronic inflammation and metabolic dysfunction may lie at the root of many illnesses. * How modern lifestyles and processed foods impact long-term health. * Major concerns surrounding over-medication and disease-focused health care. * The importance of wise prevention measures, healthy nutrition practices, and personal responsibility. * Why future generations may face even greater health challenges if current trends continue Passionate, provocative, and deeply personal, Your Health Has Been Hijacked is both a warning and a message of hope -- empowering readers to ask questions, seek truth, and take meaningful steps toward better health for themselves and their families. If you are concerned about the future of health care, the rise of chronic disease, your own health and the well-being of your children and grandchildren, this book will challenge the way you think about health -- and inspire you to take action.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. What if the modern chronic disease epidemic is not simply bad luck, aging, or genetics? Why are cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, autoimmune disorders, arthritis, autism, infertility, obesity, anxiety, and depression increasing at such alarming rates -- even as medical technology continues to advance? In Your Health Has Been Hijacked, physician and surgeon Dr. Tom Reed takes readers on a powerful and thought-provoking journey into the hidden factors contributing to today's health crisis. Drawing from decades of medical experience and research, Dr. Reed explores how toxic chemicals, processed foods, environmental exposures, pharmaceutical influence, emotional triggers from past learned experiences and responses, and failures within modern health care may be affecting the health of millions. This book challenges readers to reconsider many widely accepted assumptions about health, disease prevention, and the role of modern medicine in society. Rather than simply treating symptoms, Dr. Reed argues that we must begin addressing the root causes of chronic illness if we hope to reverse the devastating trends affecting both adults and children. Inside this compelling book, readers will discover: * The possible links between environmental toxins and chronic disease. * Why chronic inflammation and metabolic dysfunction may lie at the root of many illnesses. * How modern lifestyles and processed foods impact long-term health. * Major concerns surrounding over-medication and disease-focused health care. * The importance of wise prevention measures, healthy nutrition practices, and personal responsibility. * Why future generations may face even greater health challenges if current trends continue Passionate, provocative, and deeply personal, Your Health Has Been Hijacked is both a warning and a message of hope -- empowering readers to ask questions, seek truth, and take meaningful steps toward better health for themselves and their families. If you are concerned about the future of health care, the rise of chronic disease, your own health and the well-being of your children and grandchildren, this book will challenge the way you think about health -- and inspire you to take action.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. The adventure-laden tales of a sailboat delivery skipper, in his own words. Consistently captivating, John Kretschmer's stories are alternately funny and harrowing.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The adventure-laden tales of a sailboat delivery skipper, in his own words. Consistently captivating, John Kretschmer's stories are alternately funny and harrowing.

Zustand: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The great teller of sea stories-Tristan Jones-is back, with a new collection of yarns, reminiscences, and adventures never before published in book form. Jones carries us to the sleepy Spanish ports of the 1950s, the pleasures of Buenos Aires in the last days of Peron, and the damp forests of Southeast Asia.…