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The Thames Sailing Barge – A Practical Guide

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The Thames Sailing Barge - A Practical Guide

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The Thames Sailing Barge – A Practical Guide

Roger Beckett

SECOND HAND – GOOD
2018

This book written by Roger Beckett details the techniques of a Thames sailing barge. It covers the equipment on the barges and how they are used.

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