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Steve Sleight

    The Complete Sailing Manual
    Complete Sailing Manual
    The Trick
    Sailing essentials
    Transport Adventure
    Stone Face
    • 2019

      The Trick

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      An exploration of ageing and grief by Eve Leigh, The Trick is a magic show about the parts of life we don't talk about - the realities of getting older and coming to terms with loss.

      The Trick
    • 2018

      ""Trevor the Tram loves to have fun. He will take you on a journey to meet all of his friends. You will sing songs and solve puzzles with Bill, Carrie, Hakeem and lots more of Trevor's friends. So jump on board, hold tight, and go on a wonderful Transport Adventure."" This is a book with lots of pictures and large text. It is suitable for adults wanting to read to their children, or older children who are able to read some simple words. It is also aimed at older children on the Austism Spectrum, or with learning disabilities. As it has lots of fun pictures and simple words which can easily be picked out of the story. This is a fun story, which all children will want to read time and time again. The reader will meet lots of characters. A Bus, train, tram, helicopter, car, caravan, plane, boat, lorry and even an ambulance! What a lot of fun. The 'transport adventure' is fun for everyone.

      Transport Adventure
    • 2016

      Stone Face

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Stone Face is Eve Leigh's second full-length play at the Finborough Theatre.

      Stone Face
    • 2013

      Sailing essentials

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      "Clear step-by-step instruction on everything - from hoisting sails and laying anchors to reading charts and steering a course at night. Concise at-a-glance information on equipment, weather, and navigation, with helpful charts and annotated graphics."--Back cover.

      Sailing essentials
    • 2005

      The Complete Sailing Manual

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.1(73)Add rating

      An essential reference book for sailing enthusiasts, now in its fourth edition with a foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainslie. Learn the basics of sailing, master navigation, and maintain your boat with The Complete Sailing Manual, written by instructor and former British national champion Steve Sleight. This authoritative text has clear, annotated diagrams and photographs that answer questions about any sailing situation with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership. Look up how to rig a dinghy, tie basic knots, or save someone who fell overboard. Revised and updated to include the latest developments in equipment, safety, and activities, including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed, apparent wind-sailing, and newest technology such as modern performance systems and electronic navigation. All rules, regulations, and best practices are also up to date. From the novice to the experienced sailor, The Complete Sailing Manual is the perfect book for anyone interested in sailing.

      The Complete Sailing Manual
    • 1999

      Complete Sailing Manual

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.1(24)Add rating

      An illustrated, step-by-step guide to sailing, reviewing the parts of the boat, equipment, controls, and other basics; and discussing dinghy sailing, cruiser sailing, navigation, weather, practical boat care, and safety

      Complete Sailing Manual