"Tamaroak" wrote in message
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I'm looking for a book that compares all sorts of old and new trawlers,
giving their specifications, histories, recommendations, values, etc. of
these boats so I could educate myself about the vagaries of this craft.
I have back issues of Passagemaker and other similar boating magazines
but search for a book or some other more comprehensive collection. Any
ideas?

Capt. Jeff

The best book I have ever read on power boats, and boats in general I might
add, is Dave Pascoe's Mid Size Power Boat book. I just finished it and it is
very good. This is coming from an old time sailor and engineer. A wealth of
knowledge on most manufactures. It is not just trawlers, but is very
interesting. Quite a bit on engines too. I would recommend it to anyone
interested in buying a mid size power boat ( I think he defines it
something like 30 - 50 ')

The book is a little pricey, but well worth it. You can get it on his web
site ( Google his name, maybe add "survey"). Read a few of the articles on
his site first to see if you might like his book.

Good Luck.

Bill