Ships

The revival of wooden shipbuilding in the United States dates from the latter part of 1915. In April, 1917, at the time we declared war against Germany, over 150 large wooden vessels were under const …

THE maintenance of an industry for two hundred years by one family, in the direct line of succession and in one locality, is almost unique in the history of western manufactures. Such a record proves …

ORIGINAL DESCRIPTION (1912): “ … A graphic and thrilling account of the sinking of the greatest floating palace ever built, carrying down to watery graves more than 1, 500 souls.Giving exciting escap …

This is the enhanced, augmented and updated 2nd edition 2021. The Shipbroker’s working knowledge is a book for employees involved in the shipping industry and particularly those dealing or about to d …

Two Years Before the Mast is a memoir by the American author Richard Henry Dana Jr., published in 1840, having been written after a two-year sea voyage from Boston to California on a merchant ship st …

In ‘All Afloat: A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways, ‘ William Charles Henry Wood embarks on an evocative exploration of maritime culture and its significance within the broader tapestry of human expe …

In ‘Practical Boat-Sailing: A Concise and Simple Treatise, ‘ Douglas Frazar offers an insightful exploration into the art and science of sailing, seamlessly blending practical guidance with theoretic …

In ‘Practical Boat-Sailing: A Concise and Simple Treatise, ‘ Douglas Frazar demystifies the art of sailing with a clarity and thoroughness that appeals to both novice and seasoned sailors. Drenched i …

In ‘On Yacht Sailing, ‘ Thomas Fleming Day intricately examines the art and science of sailing, seamlessly blending practical advice with a lyrical appreciation for the maritime experience. Written i …

In ‘Hints to Young Yacht Skippers, ‘ Thomas Fleming Day provides a meticulous guide for aspiring yacht captains, encapsulating a wealth of practical knowledge and nautical wisdom. The book is charact …