Bloomsbury - Reeds 9-Language Handbook

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Original edition published by Adlard Coles as The Illustrated Boat Dictionary in 9 Languages2014 This edition published by Reeds 2021

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Imagine the scenario: youve just set off on a cruise to explore a far-off country and are having a great sail towards your evening port of call when bang! you hit an unidentified object that damages your rudder and, in the ensuing chaos, leads to a rope getting wrapped around your propeller, which you cant easily clear.

With the wind dying you make the decision that you need some help, but to make matters worse, you dont speak the local language, so when you do finally make contact with the authorities, you struggle to explain the problem, and the fact that you need a tow, then a lift-out at the marina and some repairwork.

Of course, this sort of situation is, hopefully, rare, but being able to communicate with the local people whether it is to ask for a berth, a spare part or where the nearest chandlery/supermarket is is very important. Having some form of phrase book on board that is relevant to what you are doing should, therefore, be a vital part of your cruising kit.

This book offers a comprehensive list of terms relating to all things boaty, and it also includes an extensive range of clear and informative pictures. So, even if your pronunciation is a bit out, you should still be able to make yourself understood, quickly and efficiently.

The book has been organized into five chapters The boat, Under way, Maintenance & repairs, Emergencies and General reference each of which covers a diverse range of subjects that encompass every aspect of sailing and boating, both on and off the water. Parts of a yacht or dinghy from masthead to keel are covered extensively, as are terms used at sea, and there is also a comprehensive chapter on maintenance and repairwork that should cover most, if not all, of the basics.

Whether youre a keen offshore sailor, a day sailor or even an armchair sailor, The Reeds 9-Language Handbookis a handy reference book that will help expand both your ability to communicate and your horizons.

1

THE BOAT

FR: French

DK: Danish

NL: Dutch

DE: German

ES: Spanish