1869 Notes on Yachts (First Series)

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First Edition, Illustrated, Original Binding, Publishers' Original Binding

First edition. With a frontispiece illustrated by John Brett, a British artist associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement, mainly notable for his highly detailed landscapes. Engraved by James Davis Cooper, a British wood engraver. A detailed guide to yachts and yachting, with chapters on sailing, existing yachts, hull shape, elements of design, sails, wire rigging, and very small yachts. Written by Edwin John Brett, an English editor of the Victorian period. Bound by Burn & Co.