'As a book for surveying your own or other vessels the detail of the book is excellent... A very good book... the budding surveyor or keen private owner should be able to approach the topic with confidence.'

Multihull Review (May/June 2007)

"full of information"

Gaffers Log (June 2007)

'A highly refined book that looks at every imaginable aspect of
the design, construction, equipping, fitout and finishing of ships
and boats, it is clear, concise and easy to follow.'

Britannica Online, March 2008

"This is a very sound practical textbook which could earn its keep
on your bookshelf."

Dockwalk

"The writing is authoritative and presents the complexity of structural
small ship design in understandable and comprehensive language. Very useful checklist suggesting the issues which any survey should address. It is a valuable addition to the library."

Cruising May 2008