Beancaker To Boxboat: Steamship Companies In Chinese Waters
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: H.W. Dick & S.A. Kentwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE NAUTICAL ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA INC., 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This academic text chronicles the fascinating history of steamship companies operating in Chinese waters, from the early "beancakers" to the more advanced "boxboats." It details the evolution of maritime trade and transportation in the region, illustrating the significant impact these vessels and companies had on China's economic and social development. The book presents a comprehensive account of the challenges and innovations within this specialized industry, offering valuable insights for scholars of maritime history and Asian studies. It is a meticulously researched work that sheds light on a pivotal era of global commerce.
Author: H.W. Dick & S.A. Kentwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE NAUTICAL ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA INC., 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This academic text chronicles the fascinating history of steamship companies operating in Chinese waters, from the early "beancakers" to the more advanced "boxboats." It details the evolution of maritime trade and transportation in the region, illustrating the significant impact these vessels and companies had on China's economic and social development. The book presents a comprehensive account of the challenges and innovations within this specialized industry, offering valuable insights for scholars of maritime history and Asian studies. It is a meticulously researched work that sheds light on a pivotal era of global commerce.