The New Practical Navigator; Being a Complete Epitome of Navigation (Classic Reprint): To Which Are Added, All the Tables Requisite for Determining ... and Longitude at Sea (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Master the art of navigation with a trusted, all-in-one reference for sailors.

This updated edition presents navigation in a clear, practical form, built to help learners and seasoned mariners alike. It brings together the core rules, calculations, and tables needed at sea, explained in straightforward language.

What you’ll get:
- A comprehensive, at-a-glance resource for determining latitude and longitude, time, and other key measures at sea.
- Step-by-step guidance on lunar observations, parallax, and refraction, plus how to apply corrections to observed distances.
- Practical directions for using Hadley’s quadrant and sextant, plotting progress, and keeping a watch on board.
- Expanded tables and reference materials that support quick decisions during voyages and in changing conditions.

- Ideal for readers of seamanship and navigation manuals who want a thorough, hands-on reference you can use at sea.

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