The Vanished Fleet: Australian Coastal Passenger Ships 1910-1960
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: T.K. Fitchett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light tanning to block.
This compelling work of maritime history chronicles a pivotal half-century in Australian transportation. It details the rise and eventual decline of the nation's coastal passenger ship industry, presenting a vivid portrait of the vessels and the lives they touched. The narrative illustrates the vital role these ships played in connecting communities and fostering commerce along the vast Australian coastline. Through meticulous research, the author uncovers the stories behind these magnificent ships, offering a poignant look at a bygone era of sea travel. This authoritative account serves as an essential reference for enthusiasts of naval architecture and Australian heritage.
Author: T.K. Fitchett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light tanning to block.
This compelling work of maritime history chronicles a pivotal half-century in Australian transportation. It details the rise and eventual decline of the nation's coastal passenger ship industry, presenting a vivid portrait of the vessels and the lives they touched. The narrative illustrates the vital role these ships played in connecting communities and fostering commerce along the vast Australian coastline. Through meticulous research, the author uncovers the stories behind these magnificent ships, offering a poignant look at a bygone era of sea travel. This authoritative account serves as an essential reference for enthusiasts of naval architecture and Australian heritage.