Commander John Irving Books

Commander John Irving’s handbook explains coastal navigation and pilotage, including chart work, compass correction, tides, position fixing and harbour approaches. This hardback edition presents the historical text with its charts and diagrams.

Commander John Irving examines the Battle of Jutland and the debate over Admiral Jellicoe’s decisions. This paperback edition presents his historical assessment of the naval engagement and the controversy that followed.

Commander John Irving recounts the naval battles of Coronel and the Falkland Islands in 1914. This hardback edition examines the ships, commanders and decisions in the Royal Navy’s defeat at Coronel and its subsequent victory at the Falklands.

Commander John Irving explains the traditions and rules of flag use at sea, including the etiquette of flying ensigns and other maritime flags. This paperback edition presents his historical manual for yachtsmen and mariners.

Commander John Irving describes the rivers and coastal waterways of East Anglia, with attention to their landscape, local history and sailing traditions. This hardback edition presents his historical account of the waterways of Essex and Suffolk.

Set sail on a thrilling Great War adventure with the Dick Valliant 3-Book Trilogy Bundle by Royal Navy veteran Lieut.-Commander John Irving. Follow young cadet Dick Valliant from training grounds to U-boat battles and daring rescues across the North Sea,…

Commander John Irving recounts the history of the royal yacht Britannia and her place in British sailing. This hardback edition presents his account of the yacht, her racing career and the people associated with her.

Commander John Irving describes Royal Navy customs, traditions and daily life at sea. This hardback edition presents his historical guide to naval practice and shipboard life.

Step aboard the cruiser Argonaut with Midshipman Dick Valliant as he embarks on a thrilling journey into the heart of the Great War. From the icy patrols of the North Sea to the sun-drenched waters of the Mediterranean, follow Dick as he confronts U-boats,…

Step aboard the cruiser Argonaut with Midshipman Dick Valliant as he embarks on a thrilling journey into the heart of the Great War. From the icy patrols of the North Sea to the sun-drenched waters of the Mediterranean, follow Dick as he confronts U-boats,…

Step aboard the cruiser Argonaut with Midshipman Dick Valliant as he embarks on a thrilling journey into the heart of the Great War. From the icy patrols of the North Sea to the sun-drenched waters of the Mediterranean, follow Dick as he confronts U-boats,…

The language of the Royal Navy A comprehensive glossary of naval vocabulary from wardroom to fo'c'sle-technical terms, slang, and the distinctive expressions of the Senior Service. Hardcover edition. Limited modern printing.

John Irving, Douglas Service and Douglas Phillips-Birt bring together practical seamanship, nautical history, sailing lore and writing about life at sea. This hardback edition of The Yachtsman’s Week-End Book includes illustrations by Beryl Irving.

Commander John Irving explains coastal and deep-sea navigation for small yachts, covering chart work, compass correction, tides, position fixing and astronomical observations. This hardback edition presents his historical manual for cruising yachtsmen.