About the Book

This straightforward guide is designed to take the novice
step-by-step through the stages of designing both power and sailing
boats, explaining the reasons behind the procedures and using typical
lines plans and working drawings to help understanding.

Publication and Reception

Since it was first published, How to Design a Boat has proved itself to be a bestseller.

''A brilliant little book.'' Workboat World

''Thoroughly recommended.'' Motor Boat & Yachting