Dead Reckoning Navigation
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: John Wright
Binding: Hardback
Published: ADLARD COLES, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor sun-fading and tears to edge of DJ. Tanned edges.
Dead Reckoning Navigation by John Wright presents a comprehensive guide to the time-honored art and science of navigating without external aids. This essential volume details the principles and practical applications of dead reckoning, instructing readers on how to accurately determine position and course using only speed, time, and a known starting point. Wright's authoritative prose illustrates complex concepts with clarity, making this a vital resource for mariners, aviators, and anyone interested in traditional navigational techniques. The text uncovers the historical significance of dead reckoning while also providing modern insights into its enduring relevance in various fields. It argues for the foundational importance of these skills, offering a robust understanding that transcends technological advancements.
Author: John Wright
Binding: Hardback
Published: ADLARD COLES, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor sun-fading and tears to edge of DJ. Tanned edges.
Dead Reckoning Navigation by John Wright presents a comprehensive guide to the time-honored art and science of navigating without external aids. This essential volume details the principles and practical applications of dead reckoning, instructing readers on how to accurately determine position and course using only speed, time, and a known starting point. Wright's authoritative prose illustrates complex concepts with clarity, making this a vital resource for mariners, aviators, and anyone interested in traditional navigational techniques. The text uncovers the historical significance of dead reckoning while also providing modern insights into its enduring relevance in various fields. It argues for the foundational importance of these skills, offering a robust understanding that transcends technological advancements.