Authoritative yet accessible, The Physics of Sailing is a useful book for anyone who wants to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of sailing. It should enable cruisers and racers alike to grasp how sails, keels and hulls work together to keepMoreAuthoritative yet accessible, The Physics of Sailing is a useful book for anyone who wants to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of sailing. It should enable cruisers and racers alike to grasp how sails, keels and hulls work together to keep boats afloat.