{"title":"Vintage Boating Books","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_2BRDS\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"UC7bx\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003eAhoy Mate! \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Vintage Boating Books  Explore Timeless English Nautical Literature\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDiscover an extensive collection of vintage boating books featuring timeless nautical tales, sailing adventures, and maritime history. Dive into the world of classic seafaring literature today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImmerse yourself in our captivating article: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vntgbooklovers.com\/embrace-the-charm-of-reading-a-collectable-vintage-book\/\" title=\"Hey, Book Lover! Embrace the Charm of Reading a Collectible Vintage Book\"\u003eHey, Book Lover! Embrace the Charm of Reading a Collectible Vintage Book\u003c\/a\u003e.  I reveal the secrets behind crafting collectible vintage books. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3QlSz\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2154\" data-start=\"2132\"\u003ePerfect Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2155\"\u003eLove discussing tales of the sea? Start a book club.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2155\"\u003eLevel up the discussion with friends with the \u003ca title=\"Book Club Printable Planner System\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/book-club-printable-planner-system\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2231\" data-start=\"2193\"\u003eBook Club Printable Planner System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for agendas, conversation prompts, and Save-the-Date cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_2BRDS _2imuU\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"UC7bx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1SR2Q\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_2XeKT\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1fyLs KYKAN\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/books-collection\"\u003eBooks\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"sailing-ships-by-ron-van-der-meer-6-three-dimensional-illustration-of-sailing-ships-1984-viking-penguin-inc-342065185","title":"Sailing Ships by Ron van der Meer 6 Three Dimensional Illustration of Sailing Ships 1984 Viking Penguin Inc","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pop- up book Sailing Ships is impressive with their sail hoisted high, three dimensional ships travel these pages in dramatic and authentic style. With beautiful painting and text, diagrams and drawings trace the development of sailing ships though five thousand years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pop-up book Sailing Ships will delight experienced sailor and landlubbers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailing Ship is an excellent addition to your vintage sailing collection or home library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three dimensional book Sailing Ship is in good vintage condition for its age with no rips or tears. Please use pictures as a guide. Have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage \u0026amp; antique items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. They may show some wear, typical for vintage or antique pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook dimensions:11x11x1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843477602559,"sku":"G1-T2-0872","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/products\/il_fullxfull.4335026298_9auq.jpg?v=1677780224"},{"product_id":"the-american-sailing-navy-by-howard-chapelle-1949-vintage-book-342065430","title":"The American Sailing Navy by Howard Chapelle 1949 Vintage Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Sailing Navy chronicles the stories, ships, and sailors of the U.S. Navy from its earliest beginnings when the wind was the only source of energy to power these ships. Much of our history and language has its roots in these wooden ships as we expanded America's influence from the original 13 colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Sailing Navy is an excellent addition to your vintage Navy collection or home library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Sailing Navy is in good shape for its age with no rips or tears. Please note the wear on the cover, and the previous owner's name stamped on the inside page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease use pictures as a guide. Have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook dimensions:10x8x1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843777495295,"sku":"G1-T2-0869","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/products\/The_American_Sailing_Navy_by_Howard_Chapelle_1949_V.jpg?v=1772126036"},{"product_id":"the-story-of-the-seaman-by-john-forsyth-meigs-volume-1-and-2-1924-vintage-book-342065622","title":"The Story of the Seaman by John Forsyth Meigs Volume 1 and 2 1924 Vintage Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story of the Seaman is an impressive account of the history of seamanship from the earliest time until now. The author traces commerce on the water from both sides, the traffic itself, and the protection in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story of the Seaman is an excellent addition to your maritime book collection or home library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/blogs\/vintage-book-addicts-blog-reading-vintage\/were-to-find-the-year-of-publication-and-copywriting-date-in-vintage-books\"\u003evintage books\u003c\/a\u003e are in good shape for its age with no rips or tears. J.B. Lippincott Co. Phillidiphia USA published it in 1924.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease use pictures as a guide. Have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Dimensions: 10x7x2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843945169151,"sku":"T2-G1-0865","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/The_Story_of_the_Seaman_by_John_Forsyth_Meigs_Volume_1_and_2_1924.jpg?v=1772054370"},{"product_id":"lawson-history-of-the-americas-cup-by-thomas-lawson-1902-limited-edition-274-of-300-vintage-book-342065540","title":"Lawson History of the America's Cup by Thomas Lawson 1902 Limited Edition 274 of 300","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLawson History of the America's Cup contains 90 illustrations 17 full-page watercolors of famous America's Cup challengers in full sail. There is also a fascinating assortment of sketches, yacht plans, and race charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis numbered book was presented to the Bay City Tribune, now part of the MLive media group in Bay City, Michigan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year's 150th anniversary of America's Cup provides a unique, never again to be repeated, opportunity to purchase a copy of the most famous book on the Cup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is considered the official and most detailed history of the first 50 years—published originally in 1902 in a limited and numbered edition of only 3,000 copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly, gorgeously handsome volume,  a maritime heirloom!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLawson History of the America's Cup is an excellent addition to your maritime \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/the-ultimate-book-collection-organization-checklists-for-large-and-small-book-collections-3-page-pdf-digital-download\"\u003ebook collection\u003c\/a\u003e or home library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique book is in good shape for its age with no rips or tears. However, some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/track-the-books-you-love-did-not-finish-notes-page-printable-pages-rate-review-add-to-your-reading-planner-pdf-letter-a-5-instant-download-342065141\"\u003epages are loose and unattached please note wear on the book\u003c\/a\u003e jacket, all shown in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease use pictures as a guide. This is a highly collectible antique book and will be shipped with insurance the fastest way possible to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage \u0026amp; antique items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. They may show some wear as is typical for vintage or antique pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Dimensions: 12x8x3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843966664959,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/products\/Lawson_History_of_the_America_s_Cup_by_Thomas_Lawson_1902_Limited_Edition_274_of_300.jpg?v=1772060407"},{"product_id":"true-tales-of-the-south-seas-by-a-grove-day-1966-a-first-edition-vintage-book-vintage-book-342065262","title":"True Tales of the South Seas by A. 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Have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Dimensions: 9x6x2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43844009722111,"sku":"G1-T2-0860","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/products\/True_Tales_of_the_South_Seas_by_A._Grove_Day_1966_A_First_Edition.jpg?v=1772059202"},{"product_id":"the-sea-its-history-and-romance-by-frank-c-bowen-halton-truscott-smith-1924-1926-vintage-book-342065503","title":"The Sea its History and Romance by Frank C. Bowen Halton \u0026 Truscott Smith, 1924-1926 Vintage Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sea: Its History and Romance is a 4 set volume by Frank Bowen. A deluxe history of sailing and voyaging. 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He traces the chaos of heroic rescues and heartbreaking losses, painting a vivid picture of nature’s fury and human grit on the Great Lakes.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Freshwater Fury\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Frank Barcus\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 1966\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Wayne State University Press\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardcover with Dust Jacket\u003cbr\u003eGenre: History \/ Maritime\u003cbr\u003ePages: 166\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The dust jacket has a small tear—check the photos for details!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeet Frank Barcus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1895 on Milwaukee’s shores, Frank Barcus was a Great Lakes devotee from the start. After years of paddling canoes and logging over 200 voyages, he poured his passion into Freshwater Fury. 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I’d love to help you with your next vintage find.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618883457279,"sku":"H10-T2-1085","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_8560.jpg?v=1740086383"},{"product_id":"freshwater-fury-frank-barcus","title":"Freshwater Fury • Yarns \u0026 Reminiscences of the Greatest Storm in Inland Navigation • Frank Barcus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"712\" class=\"\"\u003eExperience the heart-pounding drama of the Great Storm of 1913 on the Great Lakes through Frank Barcus’s vivid eye-witness accounts. \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eFreshwater Fury\u003c\/strong\u003e weaves together harrowing tales of shipwreck and survival, illustrated with the author’s own sketches and anchored by detailed maps of Lake Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"712\" class=\"\"\u003eFrom the moment the first gale hit the Soo Canal to the desperate rescue efforts at Two-Hearted River, each chapter plunges you into the roar of the tempest and the courage of the men who faced it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\" Maritime History\"\u003e Maritime History\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 166\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 in H × 6 in W × 1 in D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear along dust-jacket edges; interior nameplate on front flyleaf; pages crisp and clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1760\" class=\"\"\u003eDon’t miss your chance to own this gripping slice of Great Lakes history—order \u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eFreshwater Fury\u003c\/strong\u003e today and steer your bookshelf into uncharted waters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"2007\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003ePlease review all photos for condition details and reach out with any questions before purchasing. Minor surface wear and age-related toning are consistent with its 1960 publication.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46874376569087,"sku":"d4-t8-1339","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_2396_7d5319c8-ce1d-4ba3-98d2-b3558df12631.jpg?v=1747767839"},{"product_id":"piloting-seamanship-small-boat-handling-1954","title":"Vintage 1954 Piloting, Seamanship \u0026 Small Boat Handling by Charles F. Chapman | Illustrated Boating Navigation Manual","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eDive into maritime history with this 1954 edition of \u003cem data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"216\"\u003ePiloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling\u003c\/em\u003e by Charles F. Chapman—a definitive, fully illustrated treatise on motor boating originally used by the U.S. Power Squadrons, Coast Guard, and yacht clubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eReady to guide you through safe navigation and expert boat handling, it’s a classic that belongs on any enthusiast’s shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003cbr data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"827\"\u003e∙ Item Type: Vintage hardcover book\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e∙ Size: 12″ × 9″ × 0.6″\u003cbr data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e∙ Material: Cloth-bound boards, paper pages\u003cbr data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\"\u003e∙ Color: Royal blue cover, gilt lettering\u003cbr data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"671\"\u003e∙ Origin or Maker: Published by Motor Boating (Hearst Corp.), New York\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e∙ Year or Era: 1954 (First American edition)\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e∙ Genre: Nautical \/ Boating Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e∙ Boards show light edge wear and bumped corners\u003cbr data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e∙ Text block gilt edges lightly rubbed; pages clean and unmarked\u003cbr data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e∙ Previous owner’s name penned in pencil on front board (see photo)\u003cbr data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003e∙ No dust jacket; sold as-is—see all photos for detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eAbout the Author \/ Maker: Charles F. Chapman, M.E\u003cbr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eCharles F. Chapman, M.E., long-time editor of \u003cem data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eMotor Boating\u003c\/em\u003e, was a leading authority on small craft \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"seamship\"\u003eseamanship \u003c\/a\u003eand navigation throughout the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eAnchor your collection with this indispensable guide to every yachtsman’s craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe vintage books I share have been previously owned and loved. They may show some wear typical of their age—please use the photos as your guide. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors may vary slightly by monitor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeel free to ask any questions or request more images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eAbout Reading Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eAt Reading Vintage, I curate one-of-a-kind treasures for book lovers, decorators, and collectors—including rare nonfiction, nautical guides, and midcentury manuals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47104095748351,"sku":"C4-T9-1542","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_5148.jpg?v=1754332009"},{"product_id":"great-lakes-maritime-paperback-book-set","title":"Great Lakes Ships \u0026 Stories Book Set (3 Softcovers, 1980s) | Maritime History, Ship Spotting, True Tales, and Vintage Photos","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eSet sail through time with this fascinating 3-book set exploring the Great Lakes' rich maritime history. Whether you're a ship spotter, lakefront local, or vintage travel buff, this paperback collection delivers visual history, legendary stories, and classic nautical nostalgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"737\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eTitles Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eKnow Your Ships 1986\u003c\/em\u003e by Thomas Manse\u003cbr data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eGreat Lakes Pictorial History of Ships \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eTrue Tales of the Great Lakes\u003c\/em\u003e by Dwight Boyer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eKnow Your Ships\u003c\/em\u003e: 9x6 inches, 120 pages\u003cbr data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"827\"\u003ePictorial History\u003c\/em\u003e: 9x6 inches, 74 pages\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eTrue Tales\u003c\/em\u003e: 8x5 inches, 340 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"vintage maritime\"\u003eVintage Maritime\u003c\/a\u003e History \/ Great Lakes Regional Interest\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eISBNs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eKnow Your Ships\u003c\/em\u003e: 0943497024\u003cbr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e • \u003cem data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eTrue Tales of the Great Lakes\u003c\/em\u003e: 0870132315\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e∙ Gently used condition with age-appropriate wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e∙ \u003cem data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eTrue Tales\u003c\/em\u003e has a slightly yellowed spine and edgewear typical of vintage softcovers\u003cbr data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e∙ All pages intact and legible, no writing or highlighting found\u003cbr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e∙ Covers show minor scuffing and shelf wear—see photos for exact condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eThis trio captures the rugged beauty and mystery of life on the inland seas. From ship specs and photos to real-life maritime legends, each book offers something unique:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eKnow Your Ships 1986\u003c\/em\u003e is a ship spotter’s favorite, packed with vessel photos, specs, and updates for the 1986 season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003ePictorial History\u003c\/em\u003e offers a visual journey of Great Lakes shipping with vintage photos and captions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eTrue Tales of the Great Lakes\u003c\/em\u003e brings drama and humanity to life with riveting stories of storms, shipwrecks, and heroism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eA great gift for boat lovers, lighthouse enthusiasts, or anyone with fond memories of Lake Michigan sunsets and freighter horns on foggy mornings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003ePlease Note: These books come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eWe pack each order with care to ensure your purchase arrives safely. If you have any questions or would like more photos before buying, please feel free to ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eAbout Reading Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eAt Reading Vintage, I curate unique, well-loved books and vintage collectibles for collectors and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47106715549951,"sku":"c4-t5-1546","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_5215.heic?v=1754423824"},{"product_id":"vintage-the-ship-forester-1944","title":"WWII Naval Fiction — The Ship (1944) — C. S. Forester | Sun Dial Press reprint, hardcover with jacket","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"568\" data-start=\"217\"\u003eA 1944 Sun Dial Press reprint of C. S. Forester’s \u003cstrong data-end=\"289\" data-start=\"267\"\u003eWWII naval fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e classic, \u003cem data-end=\"309\" data-start=\"299\"\u003eThe Ship\u003c\/em\u003e. Set amid convoy combat, it captures the tension and teamwork of a Royal Navy cruiser. T\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"568\" data-start=\"217\"\u003ehis copy features the dramatic wartime dust-jacket art and a complete text (281 pages). Photo-verified: jacket is worn with losses; the book remains a solid reading copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"584\" data-start=\"570\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"636\" data-start=\"587\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"601\" data-start=\"587\"\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book, hardcover with dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"639\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"648\" data-start=\"639\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 × 6 × 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"666\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"679\" data-start=\"666\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue cloth boards; paper dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"776\" data-start=\"721\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"731\" data-start=\"721\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue cloth; multicolor battle-scene jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"779\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"799\" data-start=\"779\"\u003eOrigin or Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sun Dial Press, Garden City, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"886\" data-start=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"846\"\u003eYear or Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1944 (copyright 1943)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"889\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"899\" data-start=\"889\"\u003eGENRE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naval Warfare Fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"926\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"947\" data-start=\"926\"\u003eLanguage \/ Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English \/ 281 pageS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1032\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eEdition \u0026amp; Features \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"1035\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"1035\"\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Later printing; Sun Dial Press reprint (1944)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1187\" data-start=\"1107\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1123\" data-start=\"1107\"\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present; heavy edge wear, chips and tears; price Not provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1235\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003eIllustrations\/Maps\/Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1296\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold WWII battle-art jacket; blue cloth boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1310\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003eCondition Grade: Fair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1579\" data-start=\"1337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1347\" data-start=\"1337\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavily worn dust jacket with large chips and creasing (see front and spine); boards show rubbing to edges and corners; text pages toned from age; binding sound and pages firmly attached; no writing or underlining seen in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1625\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-end=\"1867\" data-start=\"1627\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1867\" data-start=\"1629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1629\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1655\" data-start=\"1652\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-end=\"1698\" data-start=\"1695\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-end=\"1750\" data-start=\"1747\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-end=\"1809\" data-start=\"1806\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1906\"\u003eAbout the Author \/ Maker C. S. Forester\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2076\" data-start=\"1934\"\u003eC. S. Forester (1899–1966) was a British novelist best known for the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2025\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003eHoratio Hornblower\u003c\/strong\u003e naval series and for high-tension WWII adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"2078\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"2078\"\u003eAdd this wartime reprint to your shelf—great jacket art, even better story.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2183\" data-start=\"2159\"\u003eDisclaimer  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2319\"\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2711\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, around 68°F with 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003cbr data-end=\"2647\" data-start=\"2644\"\u003ePlease note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2738\" data-start=\"2713\"\u003eAbout Reading Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2909\" data-start=\"2739\"\u003eAt Reading Vintage, I curate one-of-a-kind treasures for book lovers, decorators, and collectors—including vintage books, retro bookends, and charming collectible pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47328338149631,"sku":"C1-T2-1788","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_7656.jpg?v=1759785628"},{"product_id":"vintage-how-to-live-aboard-a-boat-groene-1983","title":"How to Live Aboard a Boat (1983) Janet Groene | Practical Guide with B\u0026W Photos, Nautical Living \u0026 Seamanship","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"678\" data-start=\"210\"\u003eReady to try life afloat? \u003cem data-end=\"263\" data-start=\"236\"\u003eHow to Live Aboard a Boat\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical, plain-spoken handbook on Nautical Living \u0026amp; Seamanship by writer and liveaboard Janet Groene. Published in 1983, it captures the real questions new liveaboards face—from choosing a vessel to costs, storage, safety, and daily routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"678\" data-start=\"210\"\u003eInside you’ll find clear checklists, diagrams, and black-and-white photos that make each step easier. 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Bookmark laid in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2095\" data-start=\"2076\"\u003eAbout the Author Janet Groene\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2282\" data-start=\"2096\"\u003eJanet Groene is a travel and boating writer who lived aboard a small sailboat for ten years, drawing on real experience to guide would-be liveaboards with practical, step-by-step advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2346\" data-start=\"2284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2346\" data-start=\"2284\"\u003eBring a timeless, seaworthy guide aboard your shelf today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"234\"\u003eKeep Your Book Club Meetings Fresh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eLooking for new ways to make your book club more engaging?\u003cbr data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eDownload the \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eWhat to Do in a Book Club Meeting Activity Checklist\u003c\/strong\u003e — a printable PDF packed with creative ideas, discussion prompts, and community-building activities.\u003cbr data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eIt’s your go-to guide for planning meetings your members will actually look forward to.\u003cbr data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e👉 \u003ca data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"591\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/bookish-digital-downloads\/products\/what-to-do-in-a-book-club-meeting-digital-download-pdf-revamp-your-book-club-meetings-with-our-exclusive-activity-checklist\" title=\"What to Do in a Book Club Meeting Activity Checklist\"\u003eGet your checklist here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2497\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2641\" data-start=\"2499\"\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2892\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2663\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003cbr data-end=\"2828\" data-start=\"2825\"\u003ePlease note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2919\" data-start=\"2894\"\u003eAbout Reading Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3090\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eAt Reading Vintage, I curate one-of-a-kind treasures for book lovers, decorators, and collectors—including vintage books, retro bookends, and charming collectible pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47328377078015,"sku":"C1-T2-1779","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/how_to_live_aboard_a_boat.jpg?v=1781380946"},{"product_id":"arctic-maritime-history-rcmp-st-roch-patrols","title":"The Mounties Patrol the Sea (1969) — Tom E. 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Boards clean and bright; binding tight. Pages clean with light age toning; no writing observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eAbout the Author Tom E. 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Hunt’s definitive history of the Bering Sea from 1697 to 1975. Includes dust jacket, clean pages, and 396 pages of richly detailed maritime and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eAn excellent addition to any exploration, Arctic, or maritime collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eArctic Passage: The Turbulent History of the Land and People of the Bering Sea 1697–1975\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e William R. Hunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charles Scribner’s Sons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Maritime History\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\"\u003eMaritime History\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Exploration History\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e First Edition (verified by number line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover w\/ Dust Jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 396\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 6 x 1.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-684-14466-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eWhat’s Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deeply researched, narrative history covering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eThe Bering Sea as a crossroads of Asia \u0026amp; North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eRussian, American, British, and Native Alaskan interactions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eWhaling, sealing, and maritime industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eCultural clashes, survival stories, trading routes \u0026amp; frontier expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eExplorers, scientists, fur traders, missionaries, and seafarers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eMaps, historical accounts, and archival illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential reference work for historians, collectors, and readers fascinated by the North Pacific frontier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition: Good \/ Good Dust Jacket (G\/G)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust jacket shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003emoderate wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, including edge scuffing, small tears, and mild toning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoards clean with light corner bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding tight and square\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages clean; no writing or underlining observed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected 1970s page toning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA solid, attractive, fully readable first edition copy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthor William R. Hunt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam R. Hunt is a respected historian of the Pacific Northwest and Alaskan region, known for his meticulous documentation of exploration, indigenous history, and maritime frontiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3492\" data-start=\"3478\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3901\" data-start=\"3495\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device may display colors slightly differently.\u003cbr data-end=\"3742\" data-start=\"3739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3762\" data-start=\"3742\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store upright and out of direct sunlight; handle gently to preserve mid-century paper. If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3939\" data-start=\"3908\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Reading Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4110\" data-start=\"3940\"\u003eAt Reading Vintage, I curate one-of-a-kind treasures for book lovers, decorators, and collectors—including vintage books, retro bookends, and charming collectible pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47623076774143,"sku":"e4-t8-2036","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_0712_b383af98-df76-4f75-b5a7-b0ec1bcc914b.jpg?v=1764802703"},{"product_id":"piloting-seamanship-small-boat-handling-1965-66","title":"Vintage Boating Manual — Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling (1965–66 Edition) by Charles F. 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Chapman, M.E.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e1965–66 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e(as shown on title page)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor Boating (New York, NY) \u003cem data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e(as shown)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 × 9 × 1.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 504\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep navy blue cloth boards with silver lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated throughout (photos, diagrams, tables)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1232\"\u003eWhat’s Inside (high-level)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1327\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eRules and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"practical piloting guidance\"\u003epractical piloting guidance\u003c\/a\u003e (charts\/tables shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1378\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003ePassing\/whistle signals + comparisons of rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1381\"\u003eSeamanship sections (example: “Surf Seamanship” spread shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1502\" data-start=\"1447\"\u003eSignal code material and reference tables \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1518\" data-start=\"1504\"\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1858\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1560\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, solid hardcover with light shelf wear and gentle rubbing. Interior pages appear bright and readable; some age-toning to page edges. Light spotting\/staining visible on the included Motor Boating letter\/insert and a faint stain near the title page margin (see photos). No dust jacket shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1904\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-end=\"2146\" data-start=\"1906\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2146\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1931\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1934\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1974\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2026\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-end=\"2088\" data-start=\"2085\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3292\"\u003eDisclaimer  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003cbr data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48106937221375,"sku":"J1-T2-2250","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/iloting_Seamanship_and_Small_Boat_Handling_by_Charles_F._Chapman.jpg?v=1769553064"},{"product_id":"vintage-chapman-piloting-maloney-1977","title":"Chapman Piloting, Seamanship \u0026 Small Boat Handling (1977) – E. S. Maloney | Vintage Nautical Reference","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"4655\" data-start=\"4432\"\u003eA practical vintage boating reference that covers navigation basics, rules of the road, seamanship, charts, and weather—packed into one sturdy 1977 hardcover. A great pick for working boat-libraries and nautical collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4672\" data-start=\"4657\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5134\" data-start=\"4673\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4685\" data-start=\"4675\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"4740\" data-start=\"4686\"\u003eChapman Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4743\" data-start=\"4740\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4756\" data-start=\"4745\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e E. S. 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Hardcover boards look solid. Interior pages look clean and readable in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5814\" data-start=\"5771\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-end=\"5083\" data-start=\"5061\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6046\" data-start=\"5816\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5839\" data-start=\"5816\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5842\" data-start=\"5839\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-end=\"5883\" data-start=\"5880\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-end=\"5933\" data-start=\"5930\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-end=\"5990\" data-start=\"5987\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6068\" data-start=\"6048\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6528\" data-start=\"6069\"\u003eThis title is collectible because it’s a long-running, widely recognized boating reference—often kept onboard or in a home nautical library for quick consultation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShelf-worthy vintage finds you can trust. Find Your Story.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eDisclaimer  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003cbr data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3594\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48240607920383,"sku":"F3-T7-2393","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_5020.jpg?v=1772645851"},{"product_id":"vintage-sailing-books-bundle-budd-smith-1970s","title":"Vintage Sailing Books Bundle — Sailing Boats of the World + The Racing Sailor’s Bible","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"1062\"\u003eA practical vintage sailing book bundle for anyone who likes boats, racing strategy, yacht classes, and old-school nautical reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1361\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003eThis set pairs a hefty hardcover sailboat class guide with a softcover racing manual full of tactics, rules, drawings, and photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003eNot perfect, but definitely useful — the kind of books that look right at home near a lake house shelf, workshop table, or sailor’s reading chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1526\" data-start=\"1511\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2846\" data-start=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1598\" data-start=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1529\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Vintage Boating Books collection\"\u003eVintage Nautical Reference\u003c\/a\u003e, Sailing, Boating, Yacht Racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1663\" data-start=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003eAuthors\/Editors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhonda Budd, editor; Hervey Garrett Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1681\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003ePublishers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prentice-Hall; Doubleday \u0026amp; Company, Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1723\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1734\" data-start=\"1725\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1735\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e — 1974; \u003cem data-end=\"1799\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e — 1972\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1935\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1821\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e — First Edition stated;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1949\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e One hardcover with dust jacket + one softcover paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2025\" data-start=\"2009\"\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — present on \u003cem data-end=\"2071\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e; no dust jacket issued for softcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2109\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2121\" data-start=\"2111\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"2150\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e — 1,237 pages; \u003cem data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"2166\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e — 168 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2277\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2223\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover: 9 x 6 x 3 in.; Softcover: 10 x 8 x .25 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2278\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2290\" data-start=\"2280\"\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover has a bright blue cloth cover under a color pictorial dust jacket; softcover has a blue sailing cover with colorful racing sails and original $2.50 price circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2725\" data-start=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2485\" data-start=\"2464\"\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 1,800 sailboat classes listed in the hardcover; line drawings, specifications, supplier information, indexed reference format, color yachting photograph section, racing tactics, glossary, rules, and black-and-white sailing photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2821\" data-start=\"2726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2737\" data-start=\"2728\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"2766\" data-start=\"2738\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e — 013786129X; \u003cem data-end=\"2808\" data-start=\"2781\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e — 0385053185\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3561\" data-start=\"2880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2890\" data-start=\"2880\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-book vintage sailing bundle with solid reference value and visible age\/use. \u003cem data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2971\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e has a bright blue hardcover beneath the dust jacket, with illustrated pages clean enough for practical use. The dust jacket shows wear, rubbing, edge wear, creasing, and age toning. The binding is split, but all pages are firmly attached. There is pencil writing on the contents page. Page edges show age toning. \u003cem data-end=\"3340\" data-start=\"3313\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e softcover shows cover wear, rubbing, corner\/edge wear, surface marks, and small creases. Interior pages appear readable with typical age toning. Both books are sold together as a usable vintage nautical reference bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3610\" data-start=\"3563\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3610\" data-start=\"3563\"\u003eSee all photos for detail — sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3636\" data-start=\"3612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3636\" data-start=\"3612\"\u003eCondition Grade Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3929\" data-start=\"3637\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3699\" data-start=\"3637\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3653\" data-start=\"3639\"\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3772\" data-start=\"3700\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3716\" data-start=\"3702\"\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3850\" data-start=\"3773\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3784\" data-start=\"3775\"\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3929\" data-start=\"3851\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3862\" data-start=\"3853\"\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable and collectible but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3952\" data-start=\"3931\"\u003eCollector’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4058\" data-start=\"3953\"\u003eThis bundle has real working-book energy — part sailor’s desk reference, part 1970s boating time capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4240\" data-start=\"4060\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"4088\" data-start=\"4060\"\u003eSailing Boats of the World\u003c\/em\u003e is the hefty one, with class listings, drawings, specs, supplier notes, and that wonderfully serious “let’s index every sailboat we can find” attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4368\" data-start=\"4242\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"4269\" data-start=\"4242\"\u003eThe Racing Sailor’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e adds the practical racing side: tuning, crew, weather, starts, windward marks, rules, and tactics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4506\" data-start=\"4370\"\u003eA good fit for sailors, nautical collectors, lake house shelves, or anyone who likes their reference books with salt air in the margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4666\" data-start=\"4508\"\u003eA useful vintage sailing bundle with character, not showroom perfection — and honestly, that feels about right for books that belong near boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48455061864703,"sku":"H8 – T1 –2647","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/vintage-sailing-books-bundle-1970s.jpg?v=1777325962"},{"product_id":"1962-american-practical-navigator-bowditch","title":"1962 American Practical Navigator Bowditch U.S. Navy Nautical Navigation Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1962 American Practical Navigator by Nathaniel Bowditch is a substantial U.S. Navy navigation reference in a dark blue hardcover binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustrated volume covers piloting, dead reckoning, navigation instruments, calculations, nautical terminology, and the practical work of determining a vessel’s position and course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"vintage boating books\"\u003eHardcover maritime navigation reference book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Practical Navigator: An Epitome of Navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally by Nathaniel Bowditch, LL.D.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S. Navy Hydrographic Office under the authority of the Secretary of the Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1962\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1962 Corrected Reprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e H.O. Publication No. 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue textured hardcover with gold lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e No dust jacket shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e1,524 pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and white photographs, technical diagrams, formulas, navigation instruments, appendices, glossary, and portrait of Nathaniel Bowditch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7 inches by 5 inches by 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hardcover binding appears firm and opens securely in the photographed areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gold cover and spine lettering remain clear and readable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior photographs, diagrams, formulas, and printed text remain clean and legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book appears complete in the photographed areas, with no loose sections visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cover shows light rubbing, softened corners, and small handling marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe page block has age toning, darkening, and scattered small marks along the outer edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA previous owner’s name is written in pencil near the title page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo odor information was provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowditch has long served as a working navigation reference for American naval and merchant mariners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition suits a maritime history reader, sailor, navigation student, or collector of U.S. Navy reference books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy retains its dark blue government binding, gold lettering, technical illustrations, and substantial reference format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the sort of book made for a chart table, not a coffee table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"about reading vintage\"\u003eplease review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48729822757119,"sku":"B3 – T9–2936","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/1962_American_Practical_Navigator_Bowditch_dark_blue_U.S._Navy_hardcover_book..jpg?v=1782152687"},{"product_id":"arctic-passage-william-r-hunt-first-edition-1975","title":"Arctic Passage by William R Hunt 1975 First Edition Bering Sea History Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1975 first edition of Arctic Passage by William R. Hunt presents the history of the Bering Sea region from 1697 through 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering exploration, settlement, maritime industries, conflict, and the people who lived around the Bering Sea, this illustrated hardcover includes its original dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover history book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arctic Passage: The Turbulent History of the Land and People of the Bering Sea, 1697-1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e William R. Hunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charles Scribner's Sons, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e First edition, first printing indicated by the complete number line beginning with 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teal cloth hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 395 pages, plus introductory pages numbered in Roman numerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-history-books-reading-vintage\" title=\" Bering Sea history, Arctic history, maritime history\"\u003e Bering Sea history, Arctic history, maritime history\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and white drawings, color illustrations, maps, bibliography, and index\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-684-14466-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-0-684-14466-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary of Congress Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-22370\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9 inches x 6 inches x 1 1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe binding appears firm, and the teal cloth boards remain clean and bright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll pages are clean, readable, and securely attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original dust jacket is present with clear cover artwork and lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe black and white drawings, color illustrations, and maps remain clear and usable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket shows light age toning, handling wear, and minor wear along the edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small worn or darkened area is visible near the upper spine corner of the cloth binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe page edges show mild age toning and a few small marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunt follows the Bering Sea region across nearly three centuries of exploration, trade, settlement, and conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book suits readers interested in Alaska, Arctic exploration, maritime history, or the historical connections between Asia and North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original jacket, teal cloth binding, complete number line, and illustrated contents make this copy worth noticing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a clean, readable history book with enough detail to serve as both a reference and a good long read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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Very Good means light wear with no major problems. Good means noticeable wear but complete and usable. Fair means heavier wear or notable defects while remaining usable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book began as a knotting and ropework reference by Cyrus Lawrence Day and became a long-running Naval Institute title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Third Edition added material addressing synthetic rope, an important change in modern marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts large pages place explanatory text beside instructional photographs, which makes individual techniques easier to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical shelf copy for sailors, boaters, scouts, campers, craftspeople, or anyone who still believes knowing a few good knots is a useful life skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49031316373759,"sku":"B2-T7-3255","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Illustrated_nautical_reference_book.jpg?v=1787001667"},{"product_id":"supership-noel-mostert-1975-hardcover-book-club-associates","title":"Supership by Noël Mostert 1975 Book Club Associates Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupership\u003c\/strong\u003e by Noël Mostert is this 1975 Book Club Associates hardcover edition, published by arrangement with Macmillan London Ltd and preserved with its original illustrated dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostert examines the world of enormous crude oil tankers, including life aboard ship, the people who operated them, tanker disasters, oil pollution, and the environmental and human consequences of transporting oil by sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage nonfiction book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noël Mostert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book Club Associates, London, by arrangement with Macmillan London Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book Club Associates edition published 1975. Specific printing number not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with blue cloth boards and illustrated dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 303\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Maritime nonfiction, transportation and oil industry history\"\u003eMaritime nonfiction, transportation and oil industry history\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0333179234, ISBN 13 9780333179239\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 inches x 6 inches x 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This copy is sound, clean, and attractive with only minor signs of handling and age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pages are clean and remain easy to read throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hardcover boards retain their blue cloth surface and show well beneath the jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe illustrated dust jacket remains present, with its bold black, white, and red supertanker design clearly visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe binding appears sound in the photographed open views, and the text block remains usable for reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket shows light rubbing, small edge nicks, and minor wear at the corners and spine ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe page edges and paper show age toning visible in the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor shelf wear is visible along the lower edges of the jacket and boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupership grew out of Mostert's reporting on the enormous oil tankers that had become central to international petroleum transportation. The book looks beyond the machinery to the consequences for crews, coastlines, and the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject makes this a good fit for readers interested in maritime history, merchant shipping, oil industry history, environmental history, or the development of very large crude carriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy retains the illustrated dust jacket and the Book Club Associates title and copyright pages, making the exact 1975 edition easy to identify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is still a reading copy first. The pages are clean and legible, while the jacket gives it the strong shelf presence of a 1970s maritime book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49042660983039,"sku":"B2 T7 3247","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Genre_Maritime_nonfiction_transportation_and_oil_industry_history.jpg?v=1787075028"},{"product_id":"airborne-william-buckley-1976","title":"Airborne: A Sentimental Journey by William F. Buckley, Jr. 1976 Macmillan Hardcover Third Printing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirborne: A Sentimental Journey\u003c\/strong\u003e by William F. Buckley, Jr. is a 1976 Macmillan hardcover, third printing, with its illustrated dust jacket and 252 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuckley recounts an Atlantic sailing voyage with his son and friends, mixing the practical realities of ocean sailing with personal observations about life aboard a small yacht. The book is illustrated throughout with both color and black-and-white images, giving this vintage sailing memoir plenty to look through as well as read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Vintage sailing and travel book\"\u003eVintage sailing and travel book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airborne: A Sentimental Journey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e William F. Buckley, Jr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Macmillan Publishing Co., Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Third Printing, 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with turquoise cloth boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present, original printed price of $12.95 visible on flap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 252\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailing, travel memoir, nautical nonfiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-02-518040-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 6 x 1 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a sound, attractive hardcover with light signs of handling and an intact dust jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages are clean according to the seller's inspection, and the photographed interior pages appear clean and clearly legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe turquoise cloth boards remain bright, with the WFB initials blind stamped on the front board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book retains its illustrated dust jacket and includes numerous color and black-and-white illustrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe copyright page clearly identifies this copy as the Third Printing, 1976.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket shows rubbing and small chips or short tears along the upper edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight edge and spine wear is visible on the jacket, with minor surface handling marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe upper edge of the jacket flap shows a small worn area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacmillan published Airborne in 1976 as Buckley's account of a long-planned Atlantic crossing. It became the first of several books in which he wrote at length about sailing and ocean passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of sailing memoir, travel writing, seamanship, and photographs makes it a natural fit for readers who collect nautical books or first-person accounts of life at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy is specifically identified on the copyright page as the Third Printing, 1976, and still has its illustrated dust jacket with the original $12.95 flap price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the kind of book that works equally well on a sailing shelf or opened up and actually read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece, please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40 to 50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49045437186303,"sku":"E1-T1-3262","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Airborne_A_Sentimental_Journey.jpg?v=1787162628"},{"product_id":"the-outboard-book-nigel-warren-1978","title":"The Outboard Book by Nigel Warren 1978 Motor Boating \u0026 Sailing Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Outboard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e by Nigel Warren is a 1978 Motor Boating \u0026amp; Sailing Books hardcover guide covering outboard motor selection, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten for both newer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"boat owners and experienced users,\"\u003eboat owners and experienced users,\u003c\/a\u003e this illustrated marine reference covers choosing the right engine, trouble-free running, maximum fuel economy, propeller selection, emergency repair, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. Inside are black-and-white photographs, diagrams, charts, and drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nigel Warren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor Boating \u0026amp; Sailing Books, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978 edition; printing not stated on the photographed copyright page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 186\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-910990-43-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 6 x 1\/4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound and attractive with light signs of handling. Pages shown are clean, firmly bound, and clearly legible. Original dust jacket is present with minor shelf wear, light rubbing, and small areas of edge and corner wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49081038405887,"sku":"E1 – T1–3213","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/IMG_4624_70f13530-d324-4341-aea4-290a32fa8ae2.jpg?v=1787596253"},{"product_id":"better-boat-handling-des-sleightholme-1983","title":"Better Boat Handling by Des Sleightholme 1983 Seven Seas First US Edition Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Boat Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e by Des Sleightholme is the 1983 Seven Seas Press first US edition hardcover, a practical sailing and seamanship guide built around cruising skills, boat handling, and decision making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleightholme moves from handling under power and sail into yacht harbors, anchor work, pilotage, night watches, wind and waves, and emergency situations. The book uses exercises, line drawings, diagrams, and black and white photographs to turn seamanship problems into practical situations a sailor can work through. The jacket painting is credited to Laurence Bagley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Sailing and seamanship book\"\u003eSailing and seamanship book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better Boat Handling: Exercises in Cruising Skills and Decision-Making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Des Sleightholme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven Seas Press, Inc., Newport, Rhode Island\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e First US edition, first printing. Printer key begins with 1. Originally published in Great Britain by Stanford Maritime Ltd. in 1982.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with red cloth boards and illustrated dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 177\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailing, seamanship, boating instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-915160-30-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 9 1\/2 x 6 1\/2 x 1 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound, attractive hardcover with light signs of handling and a well preserved dust jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe binding appears tight and secure, with clean red cloth boards beneath the jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotographed pages are clean, easy to read, and strongly printed, with clear diagrams, line drawings, and black and white photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe illustrated dust jacket retains strong color and the cover lettering remains crisp and easy to read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket shows light surface rubbing and minor handling wear along the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small area of creasing or pressure wear is visible near the upper edge of the front jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book first appeared in Britain through Stanford Maritime in 1982, followed by this Seven Seas Press US edition in 1983. It belongs to a period when practical cruising manuals emphasized judgment as much as technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chapter range makes it useful for collectors of sailing books as well as readers interested in traditional seamanship, cruising, pilotage, anchoring, and emergency procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy retains its illustrated dust jacket and combines photographic examples with diagrams and exercises throughout. That makes the instructional approach easy to follow without losing its early 1980s nautical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49081107382527,"sku":"one – T 1–3214","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Sailing_and_seamanship_book.jpg?v=1787605009"},{"product_id":"chapman-piloting-57th-edition-1985","title":"Chapman Piloting: Seamanship \u0026 Small Boat Handling 1985 57th Edition Slipcased Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChapman Piloting: Seamanship \u0026amp; Small Boat Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e by Elbert S. Maloney is the 1985 57th Edition presentation hardcover, complete with red faux leather binding, gilt page edges, ribbon marker, and matching slipcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis substantial boating reference covers navigation, rules of the road, seamanship, equipment, signals, flags, running lights, and other practical information for boat owners, with photographs, diagrams, tables, and color reference material throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Boating reference book\"\u003e Boating reference book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chapman Piloting: Seamanship \u0026amp; Small Boat Handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elbert S. 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Matching slipcase present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 624\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boating, seamanship, navigation, marine reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presentation ISBN 0-688-06083-8. Standard edition ISBN 0-688-05890-6 is also printed on the copyright page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book approximately 11 x 8.5 x 2 inches. Slipcase approximately 11.5 x 9 x 2 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This copy shows light signs of handling while remaining sound, clean, and attractive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe red presentation binding remains bright, with the double gilt border and gilt spine lettering clearly visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gilt page edges retain strong color and give the closed book a finished presentation appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages shown are clean, easy to read, and securely held, with photographs, diagrams, tables, and color reference material remaining clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe matching red slipcase is present, and the dark ribbon marker remains attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight rubbing and handling wear are visible along some cover and slipcase edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gilt page edges show mild variation and surface marks from handling, most noticeable along the fore edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe slipcase shows light corner and edge wear but remains intact and usable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 57th Edition was issued in 1985 as part of the long-running Chapman boating reference series. It brings navigation rules, seamanship, equipment, and boat operation together in one large reference volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition suits a boat owner, sailor, maritime reader, or someone building a shelf of practical nautical reference books. The diagrams and tables also make it useful as more than a display copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy is the presentation version rather than the plainer standard binding. The red faux leather covering, gilt page edges, ribbon marker, and matching slipcase give it a noticeably different shelf presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the sort of reference book made to be opened and consulted, and this copy remains clean and very readable inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49089520599295,"sku":"i5-t2-3261","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Chapman_Piloting_Seamanship_Small_Boat_Handling.jpg?v=1787765662"},{"product_id":"sails-howard-williams-1983-fifth-edition","title":"Sails by Jeremy Howard-Williams 1983 Fifth Edition John de Graff Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSails\u003c\/strong\u003e by Jeremy Howard-Williams is the 1983 fifth edition published in the United States by John de Graff, Inc., a hardcover sailing reference with its illustrated dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 428-page book takes a detailed look at sails from theory and sailcloth through design, construction, trim, spinnakers, care, maintenance, and repair, making it useful reading for sailors who want more than a basic introduction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"vintage sailing book\"\u003esailing reference book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jeremy Howard-Williams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mike Collins, drawings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e John de Graff, Inc., Clinton Corners, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fifth Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 428\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e sailing and boating reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-8286-0093-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 7 x 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This copy shows light use and remains sound, clean, and attractive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pages are clean, easy to read, and firmly held in the binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket remains in very good condition with the cover artwork and lettering clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book contains numerous photographs and technical drawings throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe publisher's jacket flap states that this edition contains 91 photographs and 160 drawings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight shelf and edge wear is visible on the dust jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo writing, torn pages, or other significant interior problems are visible in the supplied photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe copyright page traces this title back to its first London publication in 1967, with this substantially revised fifth edition appearing in 1983.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is especially suited to sailors, sailmakers, racing and cruising enthusiasts, and readers building a serious boating reference shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition discusses newer sailmaking technology of its period while retaining extensive material on traditional sail theory, construction, tuning, trim, and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the kind of older technical reference that still invites opening rather than simply sitting on a nautical shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece, please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40 to 50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49095969538303,"sku":"i5 – T2 – 3216","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/sailing_reference_book_vintage.jpg?v=1787784641"},{"product_id":"seraffyns-oriental-adventure-1983-pardey","title":"Seraffyn's Oriental Adventure by Lin and Larry Pardey 1983 Norton Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeraffyn's Oriental Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e by Lin and Larry Pardey is a 1983 W. W. Norton hardcover with its original illustrated dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pardeys continue their small boat cruising story aboard Seraffyn, combining ocean voyaging, travel, seamanship, planning, and life aboard a cruising sailboat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Seraffyn's Oriental Adventure\"\u003eSeraffyn's Oriental Adventure\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lin and Larry Pardey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e W. W. Norton \u0026amp; Company, Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e not confirmed from photos, add if known\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present, illustrated dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 285\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailing, cruising, travel and adventure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-393-03281-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 3\/4 x 7 1\/2 x 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sound and attractive copy showing light signs of age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hardcover boards are in great condition according to the provided condition notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket remains present and bright with strong cover color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages are clean, firmly presented, and easy to read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe text block appears tight and legible in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight age and handling wear is visible along portions of the dust jacket edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePage edges show mild age toning consistent with a 1983 book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seraffyn books follow Lin and Larry Pardey's long distance cruising life aboard their small self-built sailing cutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis title suits sailors, cruising readers, nautical book collectors, and readers who enjoy firsthand voyage accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1983 Norton hardcover format with its illustrated dust jacket gives this copy a strong period look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the kind of sailing book that works equally well for reading straight through or keeping nearby for a little armchair voyaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49126771720447,"sku":"I4-T4-33666","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Seraffyn_s_Oriental_Adventure.jpg?v=1788197057"},{"product_id":"first-crossing-malcolm-carol-mcconnell-1983-hardcover","title":"First Crossing by Malcolm and Carol McConnell 1983 Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Crossing by Malcolm and Carol McConnell\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 1983 hardcover account of the couple's transatlantic sailing adventure, complete with its illustrated dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe McConnells recount their voyage in a small sailboat from New York toward Greece, combining the practical realities of an Atlantic crossing with the personal experience of making the trip together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"First Crossing: The Personal Log of a Transatlantic Adventure\"\u003eFirst Crossing: The Personal Log of a Transatlantic Adventure\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malcolm McConnell and Carol McConnell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e W. 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Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Crossing belongs to the tradition of personal sailing narratives that mix seamanship with the human side of taking on a long ocean passage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49126796460287,"sku":"I5-T2-3223","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/First_Crossing_The_Personal_Log_of_a_Transatlantic_Adventure.jpg?v=1788197808"},{"product_id":"how-live-aboard-boat-janet-groene-1983","title":"How to Live Aboard a Boat by Janet Groene 1983 Hearst Marine Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow to Live Aboard a Boat\u003c\/em\u003e by Janet Groene is a 1983 Hearst Marine Books hardcover guide to making a boat work as a full-time home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten for prospective liveaboards, it covers choosing and equipping a boat, heating and cooling, costs, storage, mail, medical care, children, earning a living, tools, safety, and other practical parts of everyday life afloat. Black and white photographs and illustrations appear throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage boating reference book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"How to Live Aboard a Boat\"\u003eHow to Live Aboard a Boat\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Janet Groene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hearst Marine Books, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e edition or printing statement not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardcover with brown book boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 223\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e boating, liveaboard living, nautical reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-87851-217-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 in. x 6 in. x 1 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e The book itself is clean and well preserved, with normal age and handling visible primarily on the dust jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages are clean, easy to read, and free of writing according to the seller's inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook boards present well with no major damage visible in the supplied photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText block appears tight and legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and white photographs and illustrations remain clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust jacket shows light edge and surface wear from age and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small tear and crease are visible near the upper right area of the front dust jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor age toning is visible on the jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiveaboard guides from this period document the practical side of a lifestyle that continues to attract sailors, cruisers, and boat owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroene focuses as much on daily routines as on boats themselves, including storage, mail, family life, expenses, and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49126988382463,"sku":"I3-T5-3378","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/How_to_Live_Aboard_a_Boat_book.jpg?v=1788198117"},{"product_id":"moods-sea-short-stories-boxed-set","title":"Moods of the Sea \u0026 Short Stories of the Sea Boxed Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoods of the Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eShort Stories of the Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e are a matching two volume paperback set selected and arranged by George C. Solley and Eric Steinbaugh and published by Naval Institute Press in 1981 and 1984.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get both books and the original illustrated slipcase. One volume gathers sea poetry, while the other collects maritime short fiction. The set gives you 866 pages between the two books, and both interiors are clean, unmarked, and easy to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two volume boxed book set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\"Moods of the Sea: Masterworks of Sea Poetry and Short Stories of the Sea\"\u003eMoods of the Sea: Masterworks of Sea Poetry and Short Stories of the Sea\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected and arranged by George C. 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Short Stories of the Sea 566 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sea poetry and maritime short fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moods of the Sea 0-87021-606-6. Short Stories of the Sea 0-87021-650-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moods of the Sea 9 x 6 x 1 inches. Short Stories of the Sea 9 x 6 x 1.75 inches. Slipcase 9 x 6 x 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both books are sound, clean reading copies with light signs of handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages in both volumes are clean with no writing or markings found during inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText is clear and easy to read throughout the pages checked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth matching volumes remain together with the original illustrated slipcase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBindings appear sound in the photos, and the books sit squarely in the slipcase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cream colored covers and page edges show some age toning and light surface wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe slipcase shows shelf wear along the edges and corners, including small rubbed areas and light discoloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paperback covers show minor edge and corner wear from storage and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaval Institute Press published these companion anthologies three years apart, first the poetry collection in 1981 and then the short story collection in 1984.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing works well for a reader building a maritime library because it brings sea poetry and fiction together in one matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy still has both matching paperback volumes and the illustrated slipcase, rather than two loose books gathered later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a reader who wants the books to be usable as well as shelf ready, the clean, unmarked interiors matter here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece, please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40 to 50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49176626364671,"sku":"E4-T8-3349","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Moods_of_the_Sea_Masterworks_of_Sea_Poetry_and_Short_Stories_of_the_Sea.jpg?v=1788978056"},{"product_id":"lieutenant-hornblower-forester-1952","title":"Lieutenant Hornblower by C. S. Forester 1952 Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003eLieutenant Hornblower by C. S. 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Any flaw is small and named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLieutenant Hornblower belongs to C. S. Forester's long running stories of Horatio Hornblower and Royal Navy life during the Napoleonic era. The series has stayed in circulation for generations because it works as both adventure fiction and historical storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 2 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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The blue hardcover boards remain bright, and the 444 pages are clean, easy to read, and have no writing found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis World War II naval novel follows the officers and crew of the fictional attack transport U.S.S. Belinda through amphibious operations in the Pacific, focusing on the ship, the men aboard her, and the demands of wartime command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage hardcover book with dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-boating-books\" title=\" Away All Boats\"\u003e Away All Boats\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenneth Dodson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little, Brown and Company, Boston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1954\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book Club Edition. Printing not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover, blue boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present, illustrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 444\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II naval fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e No ISBN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.75 x 6 x 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This copy shows light use and remains sound, clean, and attractive for reading or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe illustrated dust jacket retains strong color across the front, spine, and back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe blue hardcover boards appear clean and bright in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 444 pages are clean and easy to read, with no writing found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe binding appears sound in the open book photographs, and the pages sit securely in the text block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dust jacket shows light toning along portions of the edges and folds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall areas of edge and corner wear are visible on the jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe page edges show age toning visible when the book is closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAway All Boats was published in 1954 and centers on a fictional U.S. Navy attack transport serving in the Pacific during World War II. 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