Tom Cunliffe is one of the leading sailing authors in the UK and has over 40 years of experience on boats. In this book, he addresses the central themes of sailing: boat handling, seamanship, navigation, sailing and sail trimming, skipper skills, and emergencies. Practical and focused on the essentials, this book allows sailors to deepen their knowledge and gain new perspectives on possible situations aboard ships. Numerous step-by-step photographs facilitate understanding. With advice and tips, he encourages the reader to try critical maneuvers and gain new experiences. For Cunliffe, experience is at least as important as knowledge.