What is a chart?
A chart is never 100% accurate
What the chart-maker does for us
Other relevant documentation
How to use a chart
Orientation
The basics (and where to find them)
Depth and elevations
Landmarks, lights and coastal features
Dangers: wrecks, rocks and obstructions
Navigation restrictions and limits
Radar and radio
Tides, tidal streams and currents
Small craft features
Other charting authorities
GPS
Digital charting
Symbols and abbreviations used on admiralty paper charts.
Understanding a nautical chart : a practical guide to safe navigation by Paul Boissier. ISBN 9780470749135. Published by Wiley in 2011. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.