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Jane's Fighting Ships 1972-73

Jane's Fighting Ships 1972-73

$50.00 AUD
Author: Raymond V.B. BlackmanBinding: HardbackPublished: Sampson Low, 1972Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Sticky tapes on front and rear pastedown. Bumping on...
Huddart Parker: A Famous Australasian Shipping Company, 1876-1961

Huddart Parker: A Famous Australasian Shipping Company, 1876-1961

$50.00 AUD
Author: W.A. LaxonBinding: HardbackPublished: Nautical Association of Australia Inc., 2008Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsHuddart Parker: A Famous Australasian Shipping Company, 1876-1961...
The Corvette Navy: True Stories From Canada's Atlantic War

The Corvette Navy: True Stories From Canada's Atlantic War

$25.00 AUD
Author: James B LambBinding: HardbackPublished: MACMILLAN OF CANADA / TORONTO, 1111Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe historical account The Corvette Navy...
Riding On Luck: Saga Of The Uss Lang (Dd-399)

Riding On Luck: Saga Of The Uss Lang (Dd-399)

$50.00 AUD
Author: Rex A. KnightBinding: HardbackPublished: Central Point (OR): Hellgate Press, 2001Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling historical narrative chronicles the extraordinary...
Warships Of Australia

Warships Of Australia

$35.00 AUD
Author: Ross Gillett - Colin Graham With Anthony MacdougallBinding: HardbackPublished: Rigby, 1977Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsWarships Of Australia presents a...
Poor Souls, They Perished: The Cataraqui Australia's Worst Shipwreck

Poor Souls, They Perished: The Cataraqui Australia's Worst Shipwreck

$30.00 AUD
Author: Andrew Lemon & Marjorie MorganBinding: HardbackPublished: Hargreen Publishing, 1986Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: DJ spine faded. Very light chipping to spine of board. Pages in...
Two Voyages To The South Seas (Two-Volume Set)

Two Voyages To The South Seas (Two-Volume Set)

$125.00 AUD
Author: Dumont D'Urville; Translated from the French and edited by Helen RosenmanBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, Melbourne, 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition...
Settlers Under Sail

Settlers Under Sail

$15.00 AUD
Author: Don CharlwoodBinding: PaperbackPublished: Victoria Press., 1991Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageSettlers Under Sail chronicles the arduous and often perilous journeys undertaken...
The Forgotten Tragedy: The Story Of The Sinking Of Hmt Lancastria

The Forgotten Tragedy: The Story Of The Sinking Of Hmt Lancastria

$75.00 AUD
Author: Brian James CrabbBinding: HardbackPublished: Shaun Tyas., 2002Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight chips to cover.'The Forgotten Tragedy: The...
Queen Of Bermuda And The Furness Bermuda Line

Queen Of Bermuda And The Furness Bermuda Line

$75.00 AUD
Author: Piers Plowman & Stephen J. CardBinding: HardbackPublished: Bermuda Maritime Museum Press., 2002Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Minor stain on FEP.This compelling historical account chronicles the majestic...
Reports Of Proceedings

Reports Of Proceedings

$30.00 AUD
Author: Rear Admiral G.G.O. GatacreBinding: HardbackPublished: Nautical Press & Publications, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight bumps and chips to...
H.M.A.S. Melbourne: 25 Years

H.M.A.S. Melbourne: 25 Years

$30.00 AUD
Author: Ross GillettBinding: PaperbackPublished: Nautical Press., 1980Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.Condition remarks: Rubbing to spine and edges, tanned...
Sailors In Slouch Hats: From A Sea Of Memories

Sailors In Slouch Hats: From A Sea Of Memories

$30.00 AUD
Author: Various.Binding: PaperbackPublished: Department of Defence Canberra., 1999Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.Condition remarks: Condition as shown in imageSailors In Slouch...
The Story Of The Port Of Launceston

The Story Of The Port Of Launceston

$30.00 AUD
Author: R. A. FerrallBinding: HardbackPublished: The Port Authority of Launceston., 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThe authoritative work The Story Of The...
Hospital Ships Of World War II: An Illustrated Reference To 39 United States Military Vessels

Hospital Ships Of World War II: An Illustrated Reference To 39 United States Military Vessels

$35.00 AUD
Author: Emory A. MassmanBinding: HardbackPublished: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, 1999Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: Some moisture damageMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Light moisture damage on...
Convoy Rescue Ships: 1940-1945

Convoy Rescue Ships: 1940-1945

$30.00 AUD
Author: Arnold HagueBinding: PaperbackPublished: World Ship Society., 1998Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThis historical account chronicles the vital, often perilous, operations of...
Coastal Express: The Ferry To The Top Of The World

Coastal Express: The Ferry To The Top Of The World

$30.00 AUD
Author: Mike BentBinding: HardbackPublished: Conway Maritime Press Ltd., 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight fading to DJ.This narrative chronicles an extraordinary maritime journey, detailing the iconic...
Cableships And Submarine Cables

Cableships And Submarine Cables

$30.00 AUD
Author: K.R. HaighBinding: HardbackPublished: Standard Telephones And Cables Limited., 1978Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Yellowed DJ.This non-fiction work chronicles the fascinating history and intricate engineering behind...
Minerva Reef: Fourteen Desperate Weeks With The Castaway Tongans

Minerva Reef: Fourteen Desperate Weeks With The Castaway Tongans

$30.00 AUD
Author: Olaf RuhenBinding: HardbackPublished: Minerva Bookshop Limited., 1963Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tanning and foxing to entire book and back...
Big Gun Monitors

Big Gun Monitors

$30.00 AUD
Author: Ian BuxtonBinding: HardbackPublished: World Ship Society., 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tanning and foxing to pages and DJ, minor...
Fair Winds And Rough Seas: The Story Of The Holm Shipping Company

Fair Winds And Rough Seas: The Story Of The Holm Shipping Company

$20.00 AUD
Author: Allan KirkBinding: HardbackPublished: A.H. & A.W. Reed., 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis compelling historical account, Fair Winds And Rough Seas: The Story Of The...
The Quest Of The Schooner Argus

The Quest Of The Schooner Argus

$20.00 AUD
Author: Alan VilliersBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder & Stoughton., 1951Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThe maritime adventure The Quest Of The Schooner Argus chronicles...
The "Stately President" Liners: American Passenger Liners Of The Interwar Years Part I The "502"S

The "Stately President" Liners: American Passenger Liners Of The Interwar Years Part I The "502"S

$45.00 AUD
Author: Mark H. GoldbergBinding: PaperbackPublished: AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE MUSEUM, 1996Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Slightly creased corners. This meticulously researched volume...
H.M. Bark Endeavour: Her Place In Australian History With An Account Of Her Construction, Crew And Equipment And A Narrative Of Her Voyage On The East Coast Of New Holland In The Year 1770

H.M. Bark Endeavour: Her Place In Australian History With An Account Of Her Construction, Crew And Equipment And A Narrative Of Her Voyage On The East Coast Of New Holland In The Year 1770

$350.00 AUD
Author: Ray ParkinBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne, The Miegunyah Press, 1997Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Slipcase: WornPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Insect damage on slipcase. Two volumes in matching slipcase - 15 folding mapsThis historical...
Under the Southern Cross: A Petty Officer's Chronicle of the USS Octans (SIGNED)

Under the Southern Cross: A Petty Officer's Chronicle of the USS Octans (SIGNED)

$15.00 AUD
Author: Kenneth G. OliverBinding: PaperbackPublished: McFarland & Company., 1994Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageUnder The Southern Cross: A Petty Officer's...
Embers On The Sea

Embers On The Sea

$15.00 AUD
Author: Paul Boyatzis; Nicholas PappasBinding: PaperbackPublished: Halstead Press., 1995Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThis book traces the historical background of...
The 'Hog Islanders': The Story Of 122 American Ships

The 'Hog Islanders': The Story Of 122 American Ships

$30.00 AUD
Author: Mark H. GoldbergBinding: PaperbackPublished: The American Merchant Marine Museum., 1991Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight rubbings to spine.This historical account chronicles the remarkable saga of...
Ordeal Of Convoy N.Y. 119

Ordeal Of Convoy N.Y. 119

$30.00 AUD
Author: Charles Dana GibsonBinding: HardbackPublished: South Street Seaport Museum., 1992Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tears to DJ and some minor fading.This compelling...
A Vision Accomplished: Port Of Burnie 1970-1995

A Vision Accomplished: Port Of Burnie 1970-1995

$30.00 AUD
Author: Kerry PinkBinding: HardbackPublished: The Burnie Port Authority., 1995Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis historical account chronicles the significant transformation and development of a vital Australian port during...
Around The Coast And Across The Seas: The Story Of James Fisher And Sons

Around The Coast And Across The Seas: The Story Of James Fisher And Sons

$30.00 AUD
Author: Nigel WatsonBinding: HardbackPublished: St Matthew's Press., 2000Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Previous owner's sticker in FEP.Nigel Watson's Around The Coast And Across The Seas chronicles...
Seventy Adventurous Years: The Story Of The Bank Line 1885 - 1955

Seventy Adventurous Years: The Story Of The Bank Line 1885 - 1955

$20.00 AUD
Author: The Journal of Commerce and Shipping TelegraphBinding: HardbackPublished: The Journal of Commerce and Shipping Telegraph, 1956Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: GoodMarkings: No...
Lloyd's Register Of Shipping: 1760-1960

Lloyd's Register Of Shipping: 1760-1960

$30.00 AUD
Author: George BlakeBinding: HardbackPublished: Lloyd's Register of Shipping, 1960Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis comprehensive historical work chronicles the...
Mighty Midgets At War: The Saga Of The Lcs(L) Ships From Iwo Jima To Vietnam

Mighty Midgets At War: The Saga Of The Lcs(L) Ships From Iwo Jima To Vietnam

$90.00 AUD
Author: Robin L. RiellyBinding: HardbackPublished: Hellgate Press, 2000Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling work of military history chronicles the often-overlooked contributions...
Irrawaddy Flotilla

Irrawaddy Flotilla

$25.00 AUD
Author: Alister Mccrae And Alan PrenticeBinding: HardbackPublished: James Paton Ltd, 1978Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsIrrawaddy Flotilla chronicles the fascinating history...
Hmnzs Taupo: The History Of Hmnzs Taupo And Memories Of Some That Served In Her

Hmnzs Taupo: The History Of Hmnzs Taupo And Memories Of Some That Served In Her

$150.00 AUD
Author: Daniel HerlihyBinding: HardbackPublished: by the author, 2013Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsHMNZS Taupo: The History Of HMNZS Taupo And Memories Of...
Glamour Ships Of The Union Steam Ship Company (SIGNED)

Glamour Ships Of The Union Steam Ship Company (SIGNED)

$20.00 AUD
Author: Jack ChurchouseBinding: HardbackPublished: Millwood Press., 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Some silverfish damage to board, foxing on underside of DJ,...
Cruise Of The Lanikai: Incitement To War

Cruise Of The Lanikai: Incitement To War

$20.00 AUD
Author: Kemp TolleyBinding: HardbackPublished: Naval Institute Press., 1973Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Torn and chipped DJ, tanned edges. Cruise Of The Lanikai: Incitement To...
The Arctic Convoys

The Arctic Convoys

$20.00 AUD
Author: Vice Admiral B.B. SchofieldBinding: HardbackPublished: Macdonald and Jane's Publishers., 1977Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThe Arctic Convoys chronicles the perilous World War II naval operations...
Of Nautilus And Eagles: History Of The Royal Australian Navy

Of Nautilus And Eagles: History Of The Royal Australian Navy

$20.00 AUD
Author: P. FirkinsBinding: HardbackPublished: Cassell., 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis comprehensive historical account, Of Nautilus And Eagles: History Of The Royal Australian Navy,...
The Sarah Island Conspiracies: Being An Account Of Twelve Voyages To Macquarie Harbour & Sarah Island

The Sarah Island Conspiracies: Being An Account Of Twelve Voyages To Macquarie Harbour & Sarah Island

$20.00 AUD
Author: Richard Innes DaveyBinding: PaperbackPublished: The Round earth Company., 2002Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThe record of twelve voyages to Macquarie...
Motor Ships Of The Thirties: More Stories Of Brisbane Traders

Motor Ships Of The Thirties: More Stories Of Brisbane Traders

$30.00 AUD
Author: William TorranceBinding: HardbackPublished: The Estate of W. Torrance., 1988Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight chips to back of DJ.This compelling historical...
The Short Sea Route

The Short Sea Route

$30.00 AUD
Author: Fraser G. MachaffieBinding: HardbackPublished: T. Stephenson & Sons Ltd., 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Some slight foxing forming on...
Distinguished Liners From The Shipbuilder  1906-1914, Volume 1 and 1907-1914, Volume 2

Distinguished Liners From The Shipbuilder 1906-1914, Volume 1 and 1907-1914, Volume 2

$195.00 AUD
Author: Mark D. WarrenBinding: HardbackPublished: Blue Riband Pubns Inc, 1995Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis authoritative two-volume reference in maritime history presents a meticulously compiled visual and...
The Berengaria Exchange: The Lively Account Of A Floating Stock Exchange During The Fateful Work Of The 1929 Crash

The Berengaria Exchange: The Lively Account Of A Floating Stock Exchange During The Fateful Work Of The 1929 Crash

$30.00 AUD
Author: Paul KnappBinding: HardbackPublished: The Dial Press., 1972Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Minor chips, markings and discolouration to DJ.This compelling historical account,...
Wrecks In Tasmanian Waters

Wrecks In Tasmanian Waters

$30.00 AUD
Author: Harry O'MayBinding: HardbackPublished: T. J. Hughes Government Printer., 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerWrecks In Tasmanian Waters chronicles the dramatic and often tragic...
H.M.A.S. Latrobe: The Story Of An Australian Corvette 1942 - 1946

H.M.A.S. Latrobe: The Story Of An Australian Corvette 1942 - 1946

$50.00 AUD
Author: Windas SmithBinding: PaperbackPublished: Windas Smith., 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight marks and discolouration to cover. This historical account chronicles the operational life of the...
We Lived With Danger: A History Of The Australian Corvette Hmas Stawell (J348) 1943-1945

We Lived With Danger: A History Of The Australian Corvette Hmas Stawell (J348) 1943-1945

$50.00 AUD
Author: Geoff BrooksBinding: PaperbackPublished: G. Brooks., 1994Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight sun-fading to front of cover.We Lived With Danger: A History Of The Australian Corvette...
Restructuring Greek Shipping After World War II

Restructuring Greek Shipping After World War II

$50.00 AUD
Author: Georgios M. FoustanosBinding: HardbackPublished: ARGO Publishing., 2007Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Greek and English.This historical account chronicles the complex process of rebuilding the Greek shipping industry...