Since the first edition in 1917, Chapman's has been known as "the Bible of Boating." And for good reason. No other book in the field has established the tradition of accuracy, authoritativeness, and detail that have characterized the previous 56 editions of this famous work. Chapman's has always kept pace with all developments in the tremendous growth of recreational boating – with all the changes in government legislation affecting boats, the many new materials used in boat and equipment construction, and the new techniques in piloting.
With this new edition, Chapman's has been revised to include all the latest information necessary to own and operate a safe, seaworthy boat. Recent changes in regulations dealing with marine electronics, communication systems, government publications, aids to navigation, and the US. Coast Guard have been added. Also new are a number of photographs, drawings, and other graphics. And continuing the precedent established in the 56th Edition, a second color has been added to most drawings to emphasize and clarify certain details.
The result is that the 57th Edition is the most comprehensive and useful boating book available anywhere. Whether it is used as an on-board reference, for home study, or in conjunction with the courses offered by the United States Power Squadrons or United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Chapman's is the essential text for anyone interested in boating.
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