"Tides: A Sailor's Guide to Understanding and Navigating the Waters" provides an essential primer for sailors seeking to comprehend the intricacies of tide patterns and their impact on sailing. Authored with clarity and precision, the book offers a comprehensive overview of tides, elucidating their underlying causes, predictable patterns, and practical implications for navigating the seas.
The author adeptly explains the gravitational forces of the moon and the sun, which drive the ebb and flow of tides, in a manner accessible to sailors of all levels of experience. By grounding the discussion in fundamental principles, the book empowers readers to grasp the dynamics of tides and apply this knowledge to enhance their safety and proficiency on the water.