{"title":"Books by Charlie Wing","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780071493444","title":"How Boat Things Work","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Anyone who contemplates any onboard do-it-yourself work should have this book at his or her elbow.”--\u003ci\u003eCruising World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book reduces a boat to its most rudimentary parts in simple drawings and clear explanations. Fascinating to read, it’s a perfect teaching tool.”--\u003ci\u003eOcean Navigator\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a new mariner or a lifetime veteran, \u003ci\u003eHow Boat Things Work\u003c\/i\u003e is a resource you can’t afford to be without. With intricate two-color cutaway drawings of eighty different systems and devices, as well as detailed explanations of how they’re assembled, how they work, and how they can go wrong, this book covers every primary component of your boat's inner workings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guided tour “under the hood” of your sailboat or powerboat includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngines, transmissions, bearings, stuffing boxes, propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering systems, autopilots, windvanes, compasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigging, splicing, line handling, block and tackle, sail controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchors and windlasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC and AC electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumps, toilets, seacocks, freshwater systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56222653677941,"sku":"9780071493444","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780071493444_ae485260-1b4a-4d61-8c92-ffc858af829f.jpg?v=1786011236"},{"product_id":"9781119581871","title":"The Tiny House Handbook","description":"“This thought provoking book is a great resource for anyone considering joining the tiny house movement.  It’s all the information you need in one book!  The author has done a phenomenal job blending real world experience, data and practical knowledge on all types of tiny homes.”-Corinne Watson, Principle and Co-Founder, Tiny Homes of Maine“Charlie Wing’s very readable Tiny House Handbook leads you through the processes of designing and building a tiny home, with careful attention to all the details, including legal issues, cost estimates, material utilization and foundation options. Charlie is a master at demystifying the seemingly complex process of homebuilding. This book will help you live both comfortably and lighter on the land.“-John S. Crowley, CEO of FACET and Board member, Build It GreenPlan, design, and build a tiny house from scratch  The Tiny House Handbook is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to construct your very own tiny house. Produced in Charlie Wing’s signature “visual handbook” style and jam-packed with full-color illustrations and diagrams, this book includes step-by-step instructions for building a tiny house as well as information on cost estimating and design requirements.  Based on 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix Q, this book includes sample construction drawings and floor plans for a variety of tiny home styles, including:  ·       Mobile (8'6”-wide trailers and RVs)  ·       Movable (12'-wide, routine transport permit)  ·       Site-built (up to 20’ wide)  Rather than being just another inspirational collection of tiny home photographs, The Tiny House Handbook constitutes a complete and fulsome reference for anyone seeking to build their own tiny home. From seasoned construction vets to total novices, this book will walk you through the process of designing and building a tiny house from start to finish.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56296370700661,"sku":"9781119581871","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781119581871_d018c52d-9ba7-4b1d-9f38-1e330a5030ed.jpg?v=1786018244"},{"product_id":"9781394213320","title":"How Your House Works, 4th Edition","description":"Fix it. Maintain it. Understand it. The latest edition of the bestselling visual guide for all homeowners. Most people will never make a more important purchase than a house; properly understanding and maintaining your home can be a fundamental component of a financially sound life. Most homeowners, however, rely on contractors and building engineers to understand the systems that comprise a modern home. There is an urgent need for a guide which makes these essential systems transparent to the general consumer. How Your House Works provides a working overview of all the basic systems that make up your home, from electrical systems to HVAC to plumbing and beyond. Richly illustrated and with clear, accessible language, this book demystifies the foundations of home ownership and puts you in control of the structures that make your house work. Readers of the fourth edition of How Your House Works will also find: New chapters on household batteriesExpanded sections pertaining to smart home technology and sustainabilityDetailed, full-color illustrations by the author How Your House Works is a must-have for any homeowner or prospective buyer.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56298307027317,"sku":"9781394213320","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781394213320_d91859b6-c0f0-4175-8e37-8af184e318ad.jpg?v=1786018799"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-charlie-wing.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}