Ships Through The Ages
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: One tear on jacket spine.
A richly illustrated work of maritime history, Ships Through the Ages chronicles the remarkable evolution of seafaring vessels from ancient times to the modern era, tracing humanity's enduring relationship with the sea. Douglas Lobley presents a sweeping survey of ship design and naval architecture, detailing how advances in technology, trade, and warfare shaped the vessels that defined civilizations. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the narrative guides readers through iconic ship types — from primitive dugout canoes and majestic sailing galleons to steam-powered ocean liners and contemporary steel-hulled giants. Each chapter illustrates the social, economic, and military forces that drove innovation on the water, making it an indispensable reference for maritime enthusiasts and history lovers alike.
Author: Douglas Lobley
Format: Hardback
Published: 1972, Octopus Books
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: One tear on jacket spine.
A richly illustrated work of maritime history, Ships Through the Ages chronicles the remarkable evolution of seafaring vessels from ancient times to the modern era, tracing humanity's enduring relationship with the sea. Douglas Lobley presents a sweeping survey of ship design and naval architecture, detailing how advances in technology, trade, and warfare shaped the vessels that defined civilizations. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the narrative guides readers through iconic ship types — from primitive dugout canoes and majestic sailing galleons to steam-powered ocean liners and contemporary steel-hulled giants. Each chapter illustrates the social, economic, and military forces that drove innovation on the water, making it an indispensable reference for maritime enthusiasts and history lovers alike.