Description: Title: Ocean Passages for the World (NP 136) Edition: Third Edition, 1973 (Corrected to 1977) Publisher: The Hydrographer of the Navy, London Binding: Original navy cloth boards with gilt lettering Condition: Very Good. Minor wear to the covers and edges; internally clean and complete. Description: A corrected and updated third edition of Ocean Passages for the World, the indispensable guide for maritime route planning and climatic studies. Published by the Hydrographer of the Navy, this volume incorporates corrections up to 1977, reflecting the most up-to-date knowledge of oceanic passages and sailing conditions at the time. It contains critical information on recommended routes, seasonal changes, and climatic zones, making it both a practical resource and a valuable historical artefact. This particular copy was withdrawn from the Kingston upon Hull Nautical College, as indicated by stamps on the internal pages, adding a layer of provenance linked to maritime training in the United Kingdom. Supplementary Material: The book is accompanied by numerous fold-out maps and overlays, which remain intact and in good condition. These include:Isochronal charts for sailing ship voyagesSeasonal wind and pressure overlaysAverage voyage duration maps Provenance: The inclusion of institutional markings and a stamp reading "WITHDRAWN" from Kingston upon Hull Nautical College confirms this book's prior use in academic maritime training, lending it historical and collectible significance.SEE PHOTOS FOR BEST DESCRIPTION AND GRADING CONDITIONS.Check out Friar Tuck's other Rare Books and Art Manticorelibre.artShippingWe will combine shipping, if requestedOrders are normally shipped 24 - 48 hours from receipt of payment (excluding weekends and public holidays). Postage is via Australia Post or Ebay, with tracking. Please allow approximately 2 to 10 working days for delivery (especially for regional WA & NT).Relates to postage within Australia. International, please contact us.QuestionsPlease don't hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding products or combined postage.
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Special Attributes: 3rd Edition, Supplemental maps & charts, Blue card slipcase
Author: US Navy Hydrographer
Region: North America
Publisher: Hydrographer of the Navy
Topic: Navigation
Inscribed: Yes
Subject: Ocean Voyage Planning
Year Printed: 1973
Original/Facsimile: Original
