Picture History of British Ocean Liners, 1900 to the Present

Picture History of British Ocean Liners, 1900 to the Present

Author: William H. Miller

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13: 9780486415321

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This fascinating text-and-picture tribute documents both interiors and exteriors of majestic British ships such as the Viceroy of India, the Orion, Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth, Windsor Castle, Pacific Princess, Royal Princess, Crown Princess, and Aurora. Over 200 rare black-and-white illustrations provide views of the ships at sea and in port.


Picture History of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth

Picture History of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth

Author: William H., Jr. Miller

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-07-20

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 0486137716

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Authoritative, profusely illustrated volume describes the ships' debuts, amenities, rivalry, and contributions during WWII. Also covered: their grand royal successors: Queen Elizabeth 2 and Queen Mary 2. 189 photographs.


Picture History of the French Line

Picture History of the French Line

Author: William H., Jr. Miller

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-09-21

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 0486157466

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Superb pictorial history of the company's fleet of formidable passenger ships: Ile de France, Normandie, Liberté, Colombie, Antilles, Flandre, France, and many more. Over 170 black-and-white photographs.


History of the Buccaneers of America

History of the Buccaneers of America

Author: James Burney

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-10-18

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 0486164403

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One of the most comprehensive, accurate accounts of buccaneering by an experienced sailor describes the activities of sea-rovers as renowned for their navigational skills as they were for ravaging ships and terrorizing Caribbean settlements.


A Short History of the Sailing Ship

A Short History of the Sailing Ship

Author: Romola Anderson

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2003-09-01

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 9780486429885

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This amply illustrated, nontechnical book traces the evolution of the sailing ship over the course of 6,000 years — from those of ancient Egypt and Crete (4000-1000 B.C.) to the full-rigged clipper ships of the 19th century. The development of northern and southern European vessels is also described. 20 halftones and 134 figures.


Canoe and Boat Building

Canoe and Boat Building

Author: W. P. Stephens

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-08-15

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0486156249

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DIVContains comprehensive, simply written directions for designing and constructing canoes, rowing and sailing boats, and hunting craft. 87 illustrations. /div


Greasy Luck

Greasy Luck

Author: Gordon Grant

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2004-08-01

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780486437415

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Entire art and craft of whaling is depicted, from views of the galley and the sight of a whale breaching, to examples of scrimshaw art and a version of a "Nantucket sleigh ride." 64 plates.