Publisher's Synopsis
McCracken's Practical Navigation is a comprehensive guide to navigation written by John James McCracken and first published in 1921. The book covers all aspects of navigation, from the basics of chart reading and compass use to advanced techniques for celestial navigation. It includes detailed instructions on how to use various instruments, such as sextants and chronometers, and how to calculate latitude and longitude. The book also includes information on tides and currents, as well as tips for navigating in different weather conditions. McCracken's Practical Navigation is a valuable resource for sailors, navigators, and anyone interested in the art and science of navigation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.