Navigation

'Navigation' by George L. Hosmer is a comprehensive and practical guide to the art and science of seafaring. Designed as a clear instructional manual for both students and practicing mariners, this work delves into the fundamental principles required to safely conduct a vessel across the open waters and coastal regions. The text covers essential topics such as dead reckoning, the use of nautical charts, and the intricacies of piloting.A significant portion of the work is dedicated to celestial navigation, providing detailed explanations on how to determine a ship’s position by observing the sun, moon, and stars. Hosmer’s expertise ensures that complex mathematical concepts and astronomical observations are presented in an accessible manner, accompanied by thorough explanations of the necessary instruments, including the sextant, the magnetic compass, and the chronometer.This volume serves as an invaluable historical record of maritime practices. Its clear structure and focus on precision make it a quintessential resource for those interested in the evolution of nautical techniques or for anyone seeking to understand the classic methods that guided sailors before the advent of modern electronic systems. 'Navigation' remains a testament to the rigorous skill set required for professional seamanship and maritime exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.