Before The Box Boats: The Story Of A Revolution

Before The Box Boats: The Story Of A Revolution

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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: A W Kinghorn
Binding: Hardback
Published: Kenneth Mason, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Before The Box Boats: The Story Of A Revolution chronicles the pivotal era of maritime commerce preceding the widespread adoption of container shipping. Captain J. Willoughes presents a detailed account of the logistical challenges and innovative solutions that defined global trade in a pre-containerized world. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay of labor, technology, and economics that set the stage for one of the most significant transformations in modern transportation. This compelling historical work uncovers the ingenuity and struggles of an industry on the cusp of radical change, offering a unique perspective on the forces that reshaped international commerce.

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Description

Author: A W Kinghorn
Binding: Hardback
Published: Kenneth Mason, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Before The Box Boats: The Story Of A Revolution chronicles the pivotal era of maritime commerce preceding the widespread adoption of container shipping. Captain J. Willoughes presents a detailed account of the logistical challenges and innovative solutions that defined global trade in a pre-containerized world. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay of labor, technology, and economics that set the stage for one of the most significant transformations in modern transportation. This compelling historical work uncovers the ingenuity and struggles of an industry on the cusp of radical change, offering a unique perspective on the forces that reshaped international commerce.