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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 623.81223
EAN: 9780071465571
Edition: 1
ISBN: 007146557X
Label: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Manufacturer: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 240
Publication Date: November 21, 2007
Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Studio: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
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A great designer offers you a virtuoso tour through the world of sailboats
Bob Perry initiated the trend toward fast voyaging sailboats with his world-famous Valiant 40, which has been in production longer than any other cruising sailboat in history. But Perry is not only a leading yacht designer--he is also an accomplished wordsmith whose blunt, insightful, irreverent, and always entertaining boat reviews have captivated readers of Sailing magazine for 24 years. This book is vintage Perry, a no-holds-barred tour of the world of yacht design through the benchmark boats of his 30-year career.
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After more than 40 years in boat building myself, I thoroughly enjoyed Robert Perry's Yacht Design According to Perry. Of particular interest was Robert's discussion on the evolution of hull and rig design and the elements that effected each aspect of performance. Robert is refreshinly candid in relating his experiences both good and bad. With over 6000 boats built to his designs there is no question that Robert Perry is one of the top designers of our time. I would recommend the book to anyone ... Read More
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Wonderful read for fans of this prolific designer. Great insight into the relationships between designer, client and builder. Some lines drawings included. Perry spells out what works in a design and what is a dog. Well worth the nickel for design students and small craft admirers.
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If I were writing a review of my career, i would probably emphasize just my successes like Bob Perry did. Of course, many times we can learn more from the not so great events.
That said, this is a very good, if not great, book. Not only does it chronicle Perry's career, but it also gives some great criteria for judging how different boats will meet your needs.
A fun read!
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When I started working with Bob, he suggested I read his book. I bought it as a courtesy, but found myself drawn into it. The author combines a narrative style with amazingly detailed textbook material on every topic in yacht design. Whether you are new to the topic or an old salt, you'll enjoy this book.
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I found Perry's book to be very helpful as I contemplate evolving from day/weekend sailing to more extended blue water cruising. Inserting stories on the design and development of a particular sailboat (and variations thereof) in between chapters devoted to specific elements of yacht design made the book very enjoyable to read. My understanding of what design charactersitics to seek in my next sailbaot has advanced measurably. I am greatful to Mr. Perry for his contributions to the world's fleet ... Read More
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