Seaman's Arithmetic: Or The Application Of The Several Rules Of That Science To The Purposes Of The Maritime Profession (1843)

The Seaman's Arithmetic, written by John Martin in 1843, is a comprehensive guide to the application of mathematical principles to the maritime profession. The book is intended for seafarers and covers a range of topics including navigation, measurement, and calculation of distances and angles. It also provides a detailed explanation of the various rules and formulas used in navigation, such as the law of sines and cosines, and their practical application in real-life situations. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of mathematical knowledge. Overall, The Seaman's Arithmetic is a valuable resource for seafarers seeking to improve their mathematical skills and knowledge in order to navigate safely and efficiently at sea.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.