The Cruise Ship Phenomenon in North America
Author: Brian J. Cudahy
Publisher: Cornell Maritime Press
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 392
ISBN-13: 9780870335297
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCudahy (an independent scholar with a PhD in philosophy and a passion for transportation) looks at the early days of the cruise ship industry and discusses contemporary cruise ship design, cruise markets, and the evolution of the burgeoning, recreation-oriented business. Coverage also includes the challenges of managing cruise lines and regulations governing the industry. A detailed appendix presents an instant history of the major cruise line ships, including notes on specifications, builders, registry, and passenger capacity. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.