Ships of Discovery and Exploration

Ships of Discovery and Exploration - Paperback

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Ships of Discovery and Exploration - Paperback

Ships of Discovery and Exploration - Paperback

by Lincoln P. Paine
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by Lincoln P. Paine (Author)

Lincoln P. Paine's SHIPS OF THE WORLD: AN HISTORICAL HISTORICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA was honored as one of the best reference books of the year by the New York Public Library, and Library Journal described it as "clearly the most fascinating book of the year." Now, in two equally fascinating new books, Paine focuses on two of the most interesting areas of maritime history: WARSHIPS OF THE WORLD TO 1900 and SHIPS OF DISCOVERY AND EXPLORATION.

SHIPS OF DISCOVERY AND EXPLORATION tells the stories of 125 vessels that have played important roles in voyages of geographical exploration and scientific discovery, from early Polynesian double canoes to the most technically sophisticated submersibles. Each ship is described in a vivid short essay that captures its personality as well as its physical characteristics, construction, and history. Drawings, paintings, and photographs show the grandeur and grace of these oceangoing vessels, maps help the reader follow the routes of great seafarers and naval campaigns, and chronologies offer a perspective on underwater archaeology sites, maritime technology, exploration, and disasters at sea.
Number of Pages: 208
Dimensions: 0.46 x 9.25 x 7.57 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: November 15, 2000
ISBN9780395984154
Author Lincoln P. Paine
PublisherMariner Books
GenreHistory and Technology
FormatPaperback
PublishedNovember 2000
LanguageENG- English
Pages208
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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