P&O: A Fleet History
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: Stephen Rabson, Kevin O'Donoghue
Binding: Paperback
Published: World Ship Society, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has tanning along spine
P&O: A Fleet History by Stephen Rabson chronicles the extensive and influential saga of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, tracing its evolution from a pioneering mail service to a global shipping giant. This comprehensive volume details the diverse vessels that comprised the P&O fleet, from majestic passenger liners to vital cargo ships, illustrating their significant roles in trade, travel, and wartime efforts across centuries. Rabson presents a meticulously researched account, offering readers an authoritative look into the operational and strategic decisions that shaped one of the world's most iconic maritime enterprises. The narrative captures the spirit of innovation and resilience that defined P&O, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of naval architecture and corporate history.
Author: Stephen Rabson, Kevin O'Donoghue
Binding: Paperback
Published: World Ship Society, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has tanning along spine
P&O: A Fleet History by Stephen Rabson chronicles the extensive and influential saga of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, tracing its evolution from a pioneering mail service to a global shipping giant. This comprehensive volume details the diverse vessels that comprised the P&O fleet, from majestic passenger liners to vital cargo ships, illustrating their significant roles in trade, travel, and wartime efforts across centuries. Rabson presents a meticulously researched account, offering readers an authoritative look into the operational and strategic decisions that shaped one of the world's most iconic maritime enterprises. The narrative captures the spirit of innovation and resilience that defined P&O, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of naval architecture and corporate history.