Spritsail Barges Of Thames And Medway

Spritsail Barges Of Thames And Medway

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Edgar J. March
Binding: Hardback
Published: David & Charles, Newton Abbot, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Brown cloth in good condition. Binding tight. Worn and yellowed DJ with some silverfish damage.

This non-fiction work, "Spritsail Barges Of Thames And Medway" by Edgar J. March, offers a comprehensive historical account of the distinctive spritsail barges that once dominated the waterways of the Thames and Medway. The book details their construction, evolution, and the daily lives of the bargemen who operated them. It presents a rich tapestry of maritime history, illustrating the vital role these vessels played in the commerce and culture of the region. March's meticulous research and engaging narrative provide an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of nautical history and traditional sailing craft.

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Description

Author: Edgar J. March
Binding: Hardback
Published: David & Charles, Newton Abbot, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Brown cloth in good condition. Binding tight. Worn and yellowed DJ with some silverfish damage.

This non-fiction work, "Spritsail Barges Of Thames And Medway" by Edgar J. March, offers a comprehensive historical account of the distinctive spritsail barges that once dominated the waterways of the Thames and Medway. The book details their construction, evolution, and the daily lives of the bargemen who operated them. It presents a rich tapestry of maritime history, illustrating the vital role these vessels played in the commerce and culture of the region. March's meticulous research and engaging narrative provide an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of nautical history and traditional sailing craft.