The Dory Book
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A comprehensive and authoritative guide to one of the most iconic small watercraft in maritime history, The Dory Book chronicles the design, construction, and seamanship of the traditional dory in meticulous detail. John Gardner draws on decades of expertise to present the dory's rich heritage — from its origins as a workhorse of the New England fishing fleets to its enduring appeal among modern boatbuilders and rowing enthusiasts. The text instructs readers on the nuances of building various dory types, illustrating the differences between Banks dories, Swampscott dories, and other regional variants with precise plans and technical drawings. Written with the warmth and authority of a master craftsman, Gardner argues passionately for the preservation of traditional wooden boatbuilding techniques, making the work as much a cultural document as a practical manual. Essential reading for amateur builders, historians, and anyone captivated by the elegance of traditional wooden boats, this volume remains the definitive reference on the subject.
Author: John Gardner
Format: Paperback
Published: 1987, Mystic Seaport Museum, Incorporated
Genre: Maritime history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A comprehensive and authoritative guide to one of the most iconic small watercraft in maritime history, The Dory Book chronicles the design, construction, and seamanship of the traditional dory in meticulous detail. John Gardner draws on decades of expertise to present the dory's rich heritage — from its origins as a workhorse of the New England fishing fleets to its enduring appeal among modern boatbuilders and rowing enthusiasts. The text instructs readers on the nuances of building various dory types, illustrating the differences between Banks dories, Swampscott dories, and other regional variants with precise plans and technical drawings. Written with the warmth and authority of a master craftsman, Gardner argues passionately for the preservation of traditional wooden boatbuilding techniques, making the work as much a cultural document as a practical manual. Essential reading for amateur builders, historians, and anyone captivated by the elegance of traditional wooden boats, this volume remains the definitive reference on the subject.