Chapman's is the best basic seamanship book; Nigel Calder's Boatowner's
Mechanical and Electrical Manual will help you keep the boat running. Add a
local cruising guide.

Farley Mowat's "The Boat Who Wouldn't Float" is the funniest boating story
written - the perfect "read aloud" book!


"Phracktal" wrote in message
om...
what books would you suggest for a novice cruiser and what type of
books do you all keep on your boats? i have only a few as of yet but
barns&noble is just down the street. any suggestions?

chris