"This photo-illustrated book introduces early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind speedboats. Includes glossary and index."--

All boats are powered by something -- the simplest at propelled by wind or oars -- but this books looks at the world's fastest vessels and at the different types of motors that drive them through the water.

Describes various water vehicles and their uses, including an aircraft carrier, hydrofoil, and airboat.

Text accompanies illustrations that show the inner workings of twelve machines capable of achieving a high rate of speed.

As the "Boat Doctor" in "Boating "magazine, Allen Berrien helped two generations of readers keep their boats alive and well. Now his practical know-how and wisdom is collected in"Powerboat Care and Repair," the only book that focuses on do-it-yourself maintenance and repair of small powerboats. Berrien provides tips on how to avoid and solve a host of common problems, such as electrolysis, pitted gelcoat, and battery failures. He also offers step-by-step...

"Covers complete maintenance and repair information for older outboard motors produced prior to 1969 with 30 horsepower and above." --cover.