February 2011 MAINE COASTAL NEWS Page 19. Nautical Book Annoucement
the Chesapeake Bay. Every piece of every model they make is created by themselves and no one else. They believe that being responsible for every facet of the process, whether a model is simple or highly complex, results in consistent high quality. They can measure a boat, work from photos, and have extensive experience in research so that there is no boat that they cannot recreate, as long as they can get sufficient information about it, or access to it themselves. Their models are found throughout the world. Among their customers are private individuals, naval architects, and major companies. Their work takes them to shows throughout the United States, including Lake Tahoe, California, Mt. Dora, Florida, and Clayton, New York.
John and Nancy’s book sells for $34.99 and can be purchased through the publisher at
www.schifferbooks.com or your local bookseller, as well as, numerous online retailers.
The Book of Wooden Boats Volume III
By Benjamin Mendlowitz Text by Maynard Bray Forward by John Rousmaniere
The Guide to Wooden Boats This book was released by W. W. Norton back in April at a cost of $19.95. Each page of this volume is a stunning, full color photographs that captures the romance of a boat ride at sunset or the serenity of an afternoon on the water. Taken by preeminent wooden boat photographer Benjamin Mendlowitz, these images of schooners, ketches, and yawls are visual delights – “being set loose in these pages is like being given the run of a candy store,” said a writer in the Washington Post. Available for the first time in paperback with a new afterword
Benjamin Mendlowitz has spent more than three decades traveling around the world in pursuit of beautiful wooden boats. His luminous images have graced the pages of many magazines, his famous “Calendar of Wooden Boats,” in numerous books as well. To the short list of famous Marine photographers, including the Rosenfelds and Beken of Cowes, Mendlowitz’s name must be added. No one in his generation does it better.
This stunning new book, “The Book of Wooden Boats: Volume III published by W. W. Norton & Co. was released 17 January and is available at $60 hardcover. This book presents some of the most photogenic boats featured in the calendar over the last 10 years. From magnificent sailing and motor yachts to work boats in one designs, Mendlowitz and his longtime collaborator, historian mated break, offer an irresistible
Complete Yacht Service in the Maine Tradition
by sailor and writer Roger Angell, “The Guide to Wooden Boats” is the perfect addition to any maritime lovers library.
collection for all those who love boats and fine craftsmanship.
Of a previous collaboration by these authors, the late Joseph Gribbons, former editor of Nautical Quarterly, wrote, “What were looking at is some of the finest boat
photography in the world. And maybe Bray – boatbuilder, author, maritime preservation expert – provides thoughtful information. It’s a great combination – rich photographs and plain facts.”
WANTED
MARITIME BOOKS, MAGAZINES, DOCUMENTS POSTCARDS and PHOTOGRAPHS
International Maritime Library P.O. Box 710, Winterport, Maine 04496 (207) 223-8846
HANDY BOAT SERVICE A Full Service Boatyard
AFTER
Boat Storage Painting & Gelcoat Yacht Rigging Fiberglass Repair Re-Powering Launch Service Moorings
Fuel, Ice, Supplies Gasoline & Diesel Mechanical Repairs Custom Wood Work
BEFORE 215 Foreside Rd. Falmouth, ME 04105 (207) 781-5110
www.handyboat.com
Boothbay Region Boatyard stands on a long tradition of
service and superior craftsmanship in a thoroughly modern facility. From traditional wood to the most modern, our factory-trained technicians can facilitate all types of refits
and repairs for any type of yacht. Dockage and moorings are available for transient vessels up to 80’.
• Boothbay Harbor’s Premier Mega Yacht Marina • Deep Water • 500 Feet of Beautiful Floating Docks
• 30, 50, 100 Amp Power
• Discounted Bulk Fuel • Wireless Internet • Private In-town Location • Moorings • Fastidiously Clean Facilities • Full Service Boatyard Available
WOTTON’S WHARF Southport, Maine 207.633.2970 •
brby.com • VHF Channel 9 Boothbay Harbor, Maine 207.633.7440 •
wottonswharf.com • VHF Channel 9
SailMaine—Community Sailing
“ With 3,500 miles of coastline, shouldn’t the people of Maine be sailors ? ”
Swing by our website this holiday season to make a tax-deductible donation to support SailMaine!
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32