Stars to Steer By pumps watchkeeping and crew care

watchkeeping and crew care

The revised edition incorporates updates related to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

With seafaring in his blood—his Yorkshire family were beach fishermen and lifeboatmen—Paul has passionately sailed for over 25 years

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Stars to Steer By pumps watchkeeping and crew careGender issues are stark at sea. Historically a ship's crew is all male, and although vessels are referred to as 'she', women's contributions to sailing have been largely ignored, if not actively opposed. Today's sailing legends such as Tracey Edwards and Ellen MacArthur compete with men on equal terms, but they stand on the shoulders of many women before them, who had to challenge preconceptions, prejudice and even the law in their wish to sail.