The Fabulous Interiors Of The Great Ocean Liners In Historic Photographs

Author : William H., Jr. Miller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-24
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780486319360

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The Fabulous Interiors of the Great Ocean Liners in Historic Photographs by William H., Jr. Miller Pdf

200 superb photographs capture exquisite interiors of world’s great "floating palaces" — 1890s to 1980s: Titanic, Ile de France, Queen Elizabeth, United States, Europa, more.

Author : William H. Miller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0486415325

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Picture History of British Ocean Liners, 1900 to the Present by William H. Miller Pdf

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.

Author : James Burney
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-18
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780486164403

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History of the Buccaneers of America by James Burney Pdf

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.

Author : Romola Anderson,R. C. Anderson
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003-09-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0486429881

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A Short History of the Sailing Ship by Romola Anderson,R. C. Anderson Pdf

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.

Author : William H., Jr. Miller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-20
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780486137711

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Picture History of the Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth by William H., Jr. Miller Pdf

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.

Author : William H. Miller
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Transportation
ISBN : UOM:39015007652749

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The First Great Ocean Liners in Photographs by William H. Miller Pdf

193 black and white photographs covering the years from 1897-1927.

Author : Miller William
Publisher : Peter Smith Pub Incorporated
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1985-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0844661449

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The First Great Ocean Liners in Photographs by Miller William Pdf

Author : Gordon Grant
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2004-08-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0486437418

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Greasy Luck by Gordon Grant Pdf

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.

Author : William H., Jr. Miller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-16
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780486146843

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Great Ships in New York Harbor by William H., Jr. Miller Pdf

An informative text, complemented by 175 vintage photographs, makes this vibrant profile of the great port's history as interesting to read as it is to browse. It combines fascinating facts and personal recollections.

Author : George Biddlecombe
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0486263436

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The Art of Rigging by George Biddlecombe Pdf

The best manual ever produced on rigging the sailing ship ? indispensable for serious model builders. Terms and phrases, onshore operations, rigging brigs, yachts, small vessels, much more. Introduction. 17 plates.

Author : Lawrence Beesley,Jack Winocour
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1960-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0486206106

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The Story of the Titanic, as Told by Its Survivors by Lawrence Beesley,Jack Winocour Pdf

Tells the true story of the sinking of the S.S. Titanic

Author : Peter Gerhard
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0486426114

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Pirates of New Spain, 1575-1742 by Peter Gerhard Pdf

Captivating, well-documented study focuses on piracy among Spain's Pacific coast colonies, ranging from Panama to points north. Gerhard traces the exploits of the Elizabethan pirates — most notably, Sir Francis Drake and the crew of the Golden Hind —Dutch raiders, mercenary buccaneers like Captain Morgan, and the incursions of English smugglers.

Author : W. P. Stephens
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780486156248

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Canoe and Boat Building by W. P. Stephens Pdf

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

Author : Uffa Fox
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2003-02-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0486423298

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Sailing, Seamanship and Yacht Construction by Uffa Fox Pdf

Packed with information, ideas, and more than 300 excellent illustrations, this classic of the genre was written by the father of modern planing sailboats. Most of text focuses on individual vessels; among the 20 profiled are the 60-foot-long Landfall; the Patience; and the author's own creation, the Vigilant.

Author : Frank Osborn Braynard,William H. Miller
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1991-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780486265506

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Picture History of the Cunard Line, 1840-1990 by Frank Osborn Braynard,William H. Miller Pdf

Photographs, prints, and text portray Cunard ships, inside and out, from the earliest steamships, through the great liners of the earlier twentieth century, to modern cruise ships