A guide to different forms of communication at sea which examines international marine use of cell phones, satellites, amateur radio, and email. It enable readers to make the right choice for their needs and sailing territory. It also includes comprehensive appendices on radio procedures, tables of radio frequencies, and weather broadcast times. (view table of contents)

Draws on actual news clippings from around the world to present a moron's gallery of would-be rogues, bumbling burglars, and foolish felons