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Sea of Glory: The Epic South Seas Expedition 1838-42

Sea of Glory: The Epic South Seas Expedition 1838-42

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The dramatic story of the largest voyage of discovery in the history of the world -- and the last such all-sail convoy. Headed by the controversial Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, and...
Admiral Duncan

Admiral Duncan

$35.00 AUD
Author: Earl Of CamperdownBinding: HardbackPublished: Longmans, Green, and Co., 1898Condition:Book: PoorJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Cracked boards with...
Blue Water Classics: Portraits Of The Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Blue Water Classics: Portraits Of The Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

$95.00 AUD
Author: Andrew Wilson With Di PearsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Everything Everything Pty Ltd. Hobart, 2020Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Slipcase: GoodPages: GoodMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Number 25 of 500 copies. Faded spine. Blue Water Classics;...
Derelict Gold: A Story Of The Modern Royal Navy

Derelict Gold: A Story Of The Modern Royal Navy

$15.00 AUD
Author: W. E. Stanton HopeBinding: HardbackPublished: Thomas Nelson & Sons Ltd., 1111Condition:Book: AcceptableJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: FEP missingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tanning and...
Where Fate Calls: The Hmas Voyager Tragedy

Where Fate Calls: The Hmas Voyager Tragedy

$25.00 AUD
Author: Tom FrameBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder & Stoughton, Sydney, 1992Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight lean to book. Boards in good condition. Where Fate Calls: The HMAS...
Gipsy Moth Circles The World

Gipsy Moth Circles The World

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Author: Francis ChichesterBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: No markingsFrancis Chichester's Gipsy Moth Circles The World chronicles the extraordinary true story of...
An Atlas History Of Australian Shipwrecks: State-By-State Including Maps And Diving Notes

An Atlas History Of Australian Shipwrecks: State-By-State Including Maps And Diving Notes

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Author: Jack LoneyBinding: HardbackPublished: Reed., 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: DJ sun-faded and some minor tears. An Atlas History Of Australian Shipwrecks:...
Wrecks In Tasmanian Waters 1797-1950

Wrecks In Tasmanian Waters 1797-1950

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Author: Harry O'MayBinding: HardbackPublished: T. J. Hughes Government Printer, Hobart, 1985Condition:Book: FairJacket: DamagedPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Marks and specks on red cloth. Slight lean to book. Sticker remnant on...
Legendary Yachts: The Great American Yachts From Cleopatra's Barge To Courageous

Legendary Yachts: The Great American Yachts From Cleopatra's Barge To Courageous

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Author: Bill RobinsonBinding: HardbackPublished: NY, David Mckay, 1978Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: No markingsLegendary Yachts: The Great American Yachts From Cleopatra's Barge To...
Without Trace: The Last Voyages Of Eight Ships

Without Trace: The Last Voyages Of Eight Ships

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Author: John HarrisBinding: HardbackPublished: Guild Publishing., 1982Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Very goodPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tanning and foxing to pages.Without Trace: The Last Voyages Of Eight Ships chronicles...
The Seafarers: The Armada

The Seafarers: The Armada

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Author: Bryce Walker And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1985Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe acclaimed volume The Seafarers: The...
The Seafarers: Fighting Sail

The Seafarers: Fighting Sail

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Author: A.B.C. WhippleBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA commanding volume in the maritime history genre, Fighting Sail presents the...
The Blockade: Banners And Raiders

The Blockade: Banners And Raiders

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Author: The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA compelling work of historical non-fiction, The Blockade: Banners...
The Pacific Navigators

The Pacific Navigators

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Author: Oliver E. Allen And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe compelling volume The Pacific...
The Pirates Of The Brig Cyprus

The Pirates Of The Brig Cyprus

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Author: Frank Clune & P. R. StephensonBinding: HardbackPublished: Rupert Hart-Davis, London, 1962Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis historical account chronicles the dramatic true story of a...
Matthew Flinders On The Victorian Coast

Matthew Flinders On The Victorian Coast

$25.00 AUD
Author: K. A. AustinBinding: PaperbackPublished: Cypress Books., 1974Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageK. A. Austin's Matthew Flinders: On The Victorian Coast chronicles...
Australia's First Fleet: The Voyage And The Re-Enactment 1788/1988

Australia's First Fleet: The Voyage And The Re-Enactment 1788/1988

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Author: Jonathan KINGBinding: HardbackPublished: Fairfax / Robertsbridge., 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: No markingsAustralia's First Fleet: The Voyage And The Re-Enactment 1788/1988 chronicles a pivotal...
The Ancient Mariners

The Ancient Mariners

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Author: Colin ThubronBinding: HardbackPublished: TIME-LIFE BOOKS, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsColin Thubron's The Ancient Mariners chronicles the epic sagas of early seafarers,...
The Seafarers: The East Indiamen

The Seafarers: The East Indiamen

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Author: Russell Miller And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, Amsterdam, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThe Seafarers: The East Indiamen...
The Seafarers: The Men-Of-War

The Seafarers: The Men-Of-War

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Author: David Howarth And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis compelling historical account chronicles the...
The Seafarers: The Dreadnoughts

The Seafarers: The Dreadnoughts

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Author: David Howarth And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1984Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Minor nick/tear on prelims....
The Whalers

The Whalers

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Author: A. B. C. Whipple And The Editors Of Time-Life BooksBinding: HardbackPublished: Time-Life Books, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No...
Sand Pilot Of Morecambe Bay

Sand Pilot Of Morecambe Bay

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Author: Cedric RobinsonBinding: HardbackPublished: David & Charles, 1980Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerSand Pilot Of Morecambe Bay chronicles the extraordinary life and duties of Cedric Robinson,...
The Hornblower Companion

The Hornblower Companion

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Author: C.S. ForesterBinding: HardbackPublished: Michael Joseph, 1954Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Good, price clippedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Faded cloth. This essential volume provides an unparalleled look...
Solo To Sydney

Solo To Sydney

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Author: Francis ChichesterBinding: HardbackPublished: Conway Maritime Press, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSolo To Sydney chronicles a remarkable single-handed sailing expedition, detailing the formidable challenges and triumphs encountered...
War Machines Sea: From Phoenician Galleys To Polaris Submarines

War Machines Sea: From Phoenician Galleys To Polaris Submarines

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Author: Tom PerlmutterBinding: HardbackPublished: Octopus, London, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis comprehensive historical account chronicles the fascinating evolution of naval warfare, tracing the development of maritime military...
A History Of Fighting Ships

A History Of Fighting Ships

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Author: Richard HoughBinding: HardbackPublished: Octopus Books, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsA History Of Fighting Ships chronicles the evolution of naval warfare through the vessels that defined it....
The Voyage To Botany Bay

The Voyage To Botany Bay

$60.00 AUD
Author: Arthur PhillipBinding: HardbackPublished: Hutchinson of Australia, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Cloth in good condition. Slight shelfwear on DJ, no tears. All fold-out maps intact....
The Ship: Tiller And Whipstaff The Development of the Sailing Ship 1400-1700

The Ship: Tiller And Whipstaff The Development of the Sailing Ship 1400-1700

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Author: Alan McGowanBinding: HardbackPublished: National Maritime Museum, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: No dust jacket, cover has light wearPart of a larger series detailing the differences and developments...
King Henry VIII's Mary Rose: Its Fate And Future

King Henry VIII's Mary Rose: Its Fate And Future

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Author: Alexander MckeeBinding: HardbackPublished: Souvenir Press, 1973Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling historical account chronicles the dramatic story of "King Henry...
The Voyages Of Matthew Flinders

The Voyages Of Matthew Flinders

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Author: Max ColwellBinding: HardbackPublished: Hamlyn, Sydney, 1970Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThe Voyages Of Matthew Flinders chronicles the remarkable expeditions of the intrepid navigator who charted the coastlines...
The Furneaux Group, Bass Strait: A History - Volume I

The Furneaux Group, Bass Strait: A History - Volume I

$35.00 AUD
Author: R.M. FowlerBinding: HardbackPublished: Roebuck Society, 1980Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThe authoritative "The Furneaux Group: Bass Strait, Volume I" presents a comprehensive account of the islands nestled...
The Wreck Of Moni

The Wreck Of Moni

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Author: Alan RossBinding: HardbackPublished: Alan Ross, London, 1965Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThe Wreck of Moni presents a compelling collection of poetry from the esteemed British...
A Maritime History Of Australia

A Maritime History Of Australia

$20.00 AUD
Author: John BachBinding: HardbackPublished: BCA, 1976Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerA comprehensive historical account, "A Maritime History Of Australia" chronicles the profound influence of the sea on the...
The Strategic Implications For Australia Of The New Law Of The Sea

The Strategic Implications For Australia Of The New Law Of The Sea

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Author: DB NicholsBinding: PaperbackPublished: The Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, 1985Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition...
Corvette And Submarine (SIGNED)

Corvette And Submarine (SIGNED)

$90.00 AUD
Author: Max SheanBinding: PaperbackPublished: The Author, Claremont, 1992Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Creased cover and spine. This compelling memoir, "Corvette And Submarine,"...
Sailing Alone Around The World

Sailing Alone Around The World

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Author: Joshua SlocumBinding: PaperbackPublished: Granada Publishing, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Creased spine. Sailing Alone Around The World" chronicles the extraordinary...
Epic Land & Sea Battles (Two-Volume Set)

Epic Land & Sea Battles (Two-Volume Set)

$35.00 AUD
Author: William Koenig; Richard HolmesBinding: HardbackPublished: Chartwell Books, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis two-volume set, Epic Land & Sea Battles by William Koenig and Richard Holmes, presents...
The Royal Tour 1901: Or The Cruise Of H.M.S. Ophir; Being A Lower Deck Account Of Their Royal Highnesses The Duke And Duchess Of Cornwall And York's Voyage Around The British Empire

The Royal Tour 1901: Or The Cruise Of H.M.S. Ophir; Being A Lower Deck Account Of Their Royal Highnesses The Duke And Duchess Of Cornwall And York's Voyage Around The British Empire

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Author: Petty Officer Harry PriceBinding: HardbackPublished: Webb & Bower, Exeter, England, 1980Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Minor stain on FEP. Presented as a facsimile of Harry...
Realms & Islands: The World Voyage Of Rose De Freycinet 1817-1820

Realms & Islands: The World Voyage Of Rose De Freycinet 1817-1820

$45.00 AUD
Author: Marnie BassettBinding: HardbackPublished: Oxford University Press. London, 1962Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis captivating work of historical non-fiction chronicles the extraordinary 1817-1820 world voyage of Rose de...
Waterfront Sydney: 1860-1920

Waterfront Sydney: 1860-1920

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Author: Graeme Aplin & John StoreyBinding: PaperbackPublished: Allen & Unwin, 1991Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Faded cover. This is a historical...
Kendall's Longitude

Kendall's Longitude

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Maritime navigational tools could find latitude, but finding longitude remained elusive until Harrison developed the reliable sea clock, H4. Building on H4's success, Kendall made a series of nautical timekeepers,...
The Turning Tide: A Biography of the Irish Sea

The Turning Tide: A Biography of the Irish Sea

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An immersive history of a pivotal stretch of water 'Fascinating, spellbinding, erudite and great fun.' Roddy Doyle 'Remarkable. Lively ... Gower writes beautifully [and] the book is profoundly popular.' Times...
Pirates: Facts, Figures and Fun

Pirates: Facts, Figures and Fun

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In this elegant and entertaining little book, Iain Zaczek explores the myth and the reality behind the enduring image. From piracy's "golden age" in the 16th and 17th centuries to...
The White Star Collection: A Shipping Line in Postcards

The White Star Collection: A Shipping Line in Postcards

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A sumptuous and delightful collection of postcards trace the history of the White Star Line. White Star Line was originally founded in Liverpool in 1845 for travel to Australia but...
Doomed Ships: Great Ocean Liner Disasters

Doomed Ships: Great Ocean Liner Disasters

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These true-life adventures unfold amid flames, collisions, and explosions, with frantic calls of SOS and a rush to clamber aboard the lifeboats. Naval historian William H. Miller, Jr., recounts the...