Ancient Ships

Author : Lionel Casson
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : History
ISBN : UVA:35007002760712

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Ships and Seafaring in Ancient Times by Lionel Casson Pdf

Ever since the earliest travelers took to the water on reed rafts or inflated goatskins, ships and boats have played a paramount role in the history of the Western world. The invention of the sail about 3500 BC resulted in ever faster and more efficient water transport, and the great civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome depended on ships and seafarers for their prosperity. This entertaining book by the world's foremost authority on ancient seamanship traces the development of the boat from the most primitive craft to the powerful warships of the Greeks, the huge Roman merchant vessels, and the slender galleys of the Vikings. Professor Casson shows how the discoveries of marine archaeologists and recent experiments with full-size replicas of ancient boats have increased our knowledge of the way in which ships were built and used. Drawing upon written accounts and contemporary artistic depictions of naval battles, trading expeditions, and other voyages, he brings the world of seafaring in ancient times vividly to life.

Author : Cecil Torr
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Shipbuilding
ISBN : HARVARD:32044011744455

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Ancient Ships by Cecil Torr Pdf

Author : Sean McGrail
Publisher : Shire Publications
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2008-03-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0747806454

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Ancient Boats and Ships by Sean McGrail Pdf

After an introduction to the topic of maritime archaeology and account of the way maritime archaeologists work, the author describes the building and use of rafts, boats and ships in north-west Europe up to about 1500. The evidence for early sea voyages and for navigation without instruments is also surveyed.

Author : Cecil Torr
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107615717

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Ancient Ships by Cecil Torr Pdf

Originally published in 1894, this book presents a detailed study of ships from the Mediterranean area during the period 1000 BC to 1000 AD. Evidence is drawn from written sources, including inscriptions and literature, and material sources, such as the ruins of the docks at Athens and small surviving pieces of the ships themselves. The text provides detailed information on the structural elements of ships and includes an appendix section on different types of ship. Illustrative figures are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the ancient world and shipping.

Author : Lionel Casson
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781400853465

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Ships and Seamanship in the Ancient World by Lionel Casson Pdf

Written to replace and extend Torr's Ancient Ships, this generously illustrated underwater Bible" traces the art and technology of Mediterranean ships and seamanship from their first crude stages (about 3000 B.C.) to the heyday of the Byzantine fleets. Originally published in 1971. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Author : Adrian K. Wood
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849089791

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Warships of the Ancient World by Adrian K. Wood Pdf

The world's first war machines were ships built two millennia before the dawn of the Classical world. Their influence on the course of history cannot be overstated. A wide variety of galleys and other types of warships were built by successive civilisations, each with their own distinctive appearance, capability and utility. The earliest of these were the Punt ships and the war galleys of Egypt which defeated the Sea People in the first known naval battle. Following the fall of these civilisations, the Phoenicians built biremes and other vessels, while in Greece the ships described in detail in the 'Trojan' epics established a tradition of warship building culminating in the pentekonters and triaconters. The warships of the period are abundantly illustrated on pottery and carved seals, and depicted in inscriptions and on bas-reliefs. The subject has been intensively studied for two and a half millennia, culminating in the contemporary works of authoritative scholars such as Morrison, Wallinga, Rodgers and Casson. To date there are no works covering the subject which are accessible and available to non-academics.

Author : Cecil Torr
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1894
Category : Shipbuilding
ISBN : EHC:148100211069X

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Ancient Ships by Cecil Torr Pdf

Author : Moustafa Gadalla
Publisher : Tehuti Research Foundation
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Civilization, Western
ISBN : 9781931446273

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The Ancient Egyptian Culture Revealed by Moustafa Gadalla Pdf

This book reveals several aspects of the Ancient Egyptian culture, such as the very remote antiquities of Egypt; the Egyptian characteristics and religious beliefs and practices; their social/political system; their cosmic temples; the richness of their language; musical heritage and comprehensive sciences; their advanced medicine; their vibrant economy; excellent agricultural and manufactured products; their transportation system; and much more.

Author : Willard Bascom
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Social Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822012300000

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Deep Water, Ancient Ships by Willard Bascom Pdf

A Popularly written book on ships which are said to have been sunk in the deep waters of the Mediterranean Sea before the time of Christ, discussing why they sank, how to find them and methods for salvaging them.

Author : CECIL. TORR
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1033734373

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ANCIENT SHIPS by CECIL. TORR Pdf

Author : Jerrold S. Cooper,Glenn M. Schwartz
Publisher : Eisenbrauns
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : History
ISBN : 093146496X

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The Study of the Ancient Near East in the Twenty-first Century by Jerrold S. Cooper,Glenn M. Schwartz Pdf

Sixteen essays from the Albright conference held at the Johns Hopkins University charting the course of ancient Near Eastern studies in the twenty-first century. This landmark volume is essential reading for both students and scholars.

Author : Shinji Nishimura
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1925
Category : Shipbuilding
ISBN : UOM:39015031505525

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A Study of the Ancient Ships of Japan: The ashi-bune, or the reed-canoe (Ancient rafts of Japan, sect. 3) by Shinji Nishimura Pdf

Author : James W. Ermatinger
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 641 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781440874543

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All Things Ancient Greece [2 volumes] by James W. Ermatinger Pdf

As an invaluable resource for students and general audiences investigating Ancient Greek culture and history, this encyclopedia provides a thorough examination of the Mediterranean world and its influence on modern society. All Things Ancient Greece examines the history and cultural life of Ancient Greece until the death of Philip II of Macedon in 336 BCE. The encyclopedia shows how the various city-states developed from the Bronze Age to the end of the Classical Age, influencing the Greek world and beyond. The cultural achievements of the Greeks detailed in this two-volume set include literature, politics, medicine, religion, and the arts. This work has entries on the various city-states, regions, battles, culture, and ideas that helped shape the ancient Greek world and its societies. Each entry delves into detailed topics with suggested readings. Many entries include sidebars containing primary documents from ancient sources that explore ancillary ideas, biographies, and specific examples from literature and philosophy. Readers, both students of ancient history and a general audience, are encouraged to interact with the material either chronologically, thematically, or geographically.

Author : Henry B. Culver
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-26
Category : Design
ISBN : 9780486156897

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The Book of Old Ships by Henry B. Culver Pdf

DIVSuperb, authoritative history of sailing vessels, with 80 magnificent line illustrations. Galley, bark, caravel, longship, whaler, many more. Detailed, informative text on each vessel by noted naval historian. Introduction. /div

Author : George C. Holmes
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2016-03-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781473360624

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Ancient and Modern Ships - Part I. Wooden Sailing-Ships by George C. Holmes Pdf

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.