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Anchor's Aweigh
Häftad, 1997
189 kr
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Anyone who has come across Des Sleightholme's bitingly witty writing will know they are in for a treat with this book. In his usual hilarious tongue-in-cheek manner, Des Sleightholme seeks to introduce the newcomer to the joys of cruising, explaining how to go about choosing a boat, what is likely …
Up Aloft with Old Harry
Häftad, 1999
170 kr
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Up Aloft with Old Harry is another wonderful collection of Des Sleightholme's batty observations on the sailing scene. Wickedly perceptive, Sleightholme attacks pomposity with scarifying gusto, taking the mickey out of everything and everybody afloat. Such topics as leaking boats, dragging anchors, …
Funny Old Life
An Anecdotal Romp Through the Sailing Career of Des Sleightholme
Häftad, 2001
262 kr
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Des Sleightholme, former Editor of Yachting Monthly" for many years, is well known for his irreverent outlook on the Establishment and for his unfailing eye for the funny side of things; here he takes on a hilarious anecdotal romp through his sailing life. From childhood efforts to get afloat at …
Funny Old Sailor
Further Anecdotes from the Life of Des Sleightholme
Häftad, 2003
262 kr
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This is the eagerly awaited follow-up to Des Sleightholme's bestseller A Funny Old Life, which instantly established itself as a must-read for Des's multitude of admirers. Former editor of Yachting Monthly for many years, Des is well known for his irreverent outlook on the Establishment and for his …
Off Watch with Old Harry
The funny side of sailing
Häftad, 2004
202 kr
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Off Watch With Old Harry is another delightfully entertaining collection of Des Sleightholme's amusing observations on the nautical scene. The 'joys' of antifouling, the bloody-mindedness of marine engines, the dubious pleasures of sailing on a spring tide, skippers, launching, and novice crew are …
Coasting Bargemaster
Av Des Sleightholme, Archie White m. fl.
Häftad, 2000
172 kr
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This account gives a vivid picture of the romance and realism of coastal trade, initially in a schooner, then in Thames spiritsail sailing barges before and during the war. The author tells of the havoc wrought by barges caught out in severe gales and the hazards of plying trade in wartime.
Funny Old Life
An Anecdotal Romp Through the Sailing Career of Des Sleightholme
E-bok, 2013
281 kr
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Des Sleightholme, former Editor of Yachting Monthly" for many years, is well known for his irreverent outlook on the Establishment and for his unfailing eye for the funny side of things; here he takes on a hilarious anecdotal romp through his sailing life. From childhood efforts to get afloat at …
Funny Old Life
An Anecdotal Romp Through the Sailing Career of Des Sleightholme
E-bok, 2013
281 kr
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Des Sleightholme, former Editor of Yachting Monthly" for many years, is well known for his irreverent outlook on the Establishment and for his unfailing eye for the funny side of things; here he takes on a hilarious anecdotal romp through his sailing life. From childhood efforts to get afloat at …
Essence of Cruising
Inbunden, 2001
92 kr
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This book contains a mass of sea wisdom on skippering, crewing, seamanship, navigation, safety and weather. Containing over 200 pieces of cruising lore, this book will make your voyage easier, safer and more fun. Written by Des Sleightholme, the guru’s guru and former editor of Yachting Monthly.
