The Mate's Companion; Or, Navigation As Practised at Sea

This practical guide to navigation was written for aspiring sailors by a seasoned mate who had decades of experience on the high seas. It covers all the essential skills that a mate needs to know, including map-reading, nautical charting, and celestial navigation. The author includes numerous useful tips and tricks, as well as anecdotes from his own career, making this book an entertaining and informative read for anyone interested in maritime history or navigation.

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