http://www.northu.com/seminars.taf?_...e=info&flash=5

says :

North U Racing Tactics book
The course book, North U Racing Tactics, serves as both a seminar text and
comprehensive reference. Written by Bill Gladstone, the 200
information-packed pages comprise the most complete text on modern racing
tactics. The new sixth edition covers the latest in racing technique -
including the new rules - in a graphically driven format which facilitates
easy recall. This edition also features a chapter on Match Racing by Peter
Isler, and is updated to the current rules, plus a new insights on wind and
windshifts which will change your understanding of both upwind and downwind
performance.


"d parker" wrote in message
. au...
anything by elvstrom (SP?)
also North Sails make/made a very good book



DP
"Don" wrote in message
hlink.net...
I can't seem to find a good book on small sailboat racing. I've checked
amazon and WestMarine, and came up empty. I'm interested in a text on
the
practical aspects and fine points of racing sailboats less than 18 feet
in
length. Handling, strategy, etc. Name and/or author would be great.
Thanks.