A single-volume world history focusing on the development of vessels from prehistoric times to the 1970s. The majority of the book is surprisingly readable and
Author: Tim Migaki
I am a social studies teacher and a super-geek. I have two great passions in life: Japan and the sea. The first is the byproduct of spending over 15 years studying about Japan's language, culture, history, literature, and art. The second is due to the fact that I've spent too much time (10+ years) around sailors.
I read vociferously because reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.
Other interests include: photography, science fiction, Star Wars, space stuff, jogging, martial arts.
Sailor Speak of the Week – Kink
Definition Noun An unwanted tight turn in a line. Origin Probably earlier than the 17th century. Earliest source appears to be from Old Norse, kika,
Points of Sail
When discussing sailing tactics and naval warfare in the age of sail, the topic of points of sail frequently comes up. Points of sail merely
Sailor Speak of the Week – Jib
Definition Noun Generally speaking, a triangular sail rigged fore-and-aft on sailing vessels, and carried forward of the fore staysails on larger vessels. Origin Probably earlier
Book Review: Fletcher-Class Destroyers by Alan Raven
Alan Raven is well-known for many of his line drawings of naval vessels. This book provides 13 pages of text on the design and development
Salt Water Coffee Podcast
I’ve decided to start working on a podcast version of the blog to get more exposure and provide more accessibility to the content for those
