Wrecks In Port Phillip Bay
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A compelling work of maritime history, Wrecks in Port Phillip Bay chronicles the dramatic stories of ships lost in one of Australia's most storied and treacherous waterways. J. K. Loney meticulously details the individual fates of vessels that met their end in Port Phillip Bay, drawing on historical records, eyewitness accounts, and archival research to reconstruct each disaster with vivid precision. The tone is authoritative yet accessible, making it an essential read for maritime historians, divers, and anyone captivated by the rich nautical heritage of Victoria. Each wreck serves as a window into the broader history of colonial-era shipping, trade, and the ever-present dangers faced by seafarers navigating these waters. This thoroughly researched volume stands as an indispensable reference for those passionate about Australia's underwater and coastal history.
Author: J. K. Loney
Format: Paperback
Genre: Maritime history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A compelling work of maritime history, Wrecks in Port Phillip Bay chronicles the dramatic stories of ships lost in one of Australia's most storied and treacherous waterways. J. K. Loney meticulously details the individual fates of vessels that met their end in Port Phillip Bay, drawing on historical records, eyewitness accounts, and archival research to reconstruct each disaster with vivid precision. The tone is authoritative yet accessible, making it an essential read for maritime historians, divers, and anyone captivated by the rich nautical heritage of Victoria. Each wreck serves as a window into the broader history of colonial-era shipping, trade, and the ever-present dangers faced by seafarers navigating these waters. This thoroughly researched volume stands as an indispensable reference for those passionate about Australia's underwater and coastal history.