Step aboard a bygone era of British seamanship with The Yachtsman's Week-End Book - John Irving's timeless maritime classic. Blending history, wit, and nautical lore, this richly illustrated compendium captures the romance of sailing, seamanship, and sea life around Britain's coasts. Perfect for sailors, collectors, and lovers of the sea. Paperback, 589 Pages
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First published in 1938 and now presented in a beautifully restored edition, The Yachtsman’s Week-End Book by John Irving, Douglas Service, and Douglas Phillips-Birt remains one of the most cherished works of maritime literature. Designed as a sailor’s “week-end companion,” it is part almanac, part seafaring manual, and part love letter to the sea.
Inside, readers discover a captivating blend of practical wisdom and nautical nostalgia — from the art of knot-making, yacht racing rules, and weather lore to seafaring songs, coastal wildlife, and the traditions of British sailing clubs. Irving’s essays, such as “Ships That Have Passed” and “Well-Whipped Ropes’ Ends,” evoke a vivid world of barques, barges, and luggers that once filled the coastal waters of England and Scotland.
Highlights include:
Beautifully illustrated with line drawings by Beryl Irving
Insightful chapters on rigging, seamanship, cooking aboard, and sailing etiquette
A lyrical voyage through Britain’s lost working boats and coastal traditions
A perfect gift for yachtsmen, historians, and maritime collectors
This New and Revised Edition (1963) preserves the charm and authenticity of the original Week-End Book series, beloved for its wit, elegance, and craftsmanship. Whether read in the cabin at anchor or by the fireside on shore, The Yachtsman’s Week-End Book captures the enduring spirit of adventure, craftsmanship, and quiet reflection that defines the sea.
Ideal For:
Yachting enthusiasts • Maritime historians • Collectors of classic nautical books • Lovers of British seafaring heritage
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