{"product_id":"2026200006877-secondhand-tall-ships-in-torbay-a-brief-maritime-history","title":"Tall Ships In Torbay: A Brief Maritime History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: No dust jacket\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Previous owner\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA focused work of regional maritime history, Tall Ships in Torbay: A Brief Maritime History chronicles the rich seafaring heritage of Torbay, the scenic bay on the Devon coast of southwest England, tracing its significance as a haven, anchorage, and stage for some of the most dramatic episodes in British naval history. John Pike presents the stories of the great sailing vessels that sought shelter or set sail from these waters, weaving together accounts of trade, conflict, and exploration that shaped both the local community and the broader nation. Written in an accessible and authoritative tone, the narrative illustrates how Torbay served as a witness to pivotal moments, including the arrival of William of Orange in 1688 and the movements of wartime fleets. Pike details the lives of the mariners, merchants, and communities whose fortunes were tied to the sea, grounding grand historical events in vivid local detail. The result is an engaging and informative portrait of a coastal region whose maritime legacy runs far deeper than its picturesque shoreline suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48810623566043,"sku":"2026200006877-SECONDHAND","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/8a398b6a-7308-4048-aa71-34c896e9b427.png?v=1779806182","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026200006877-secondhand-tall-ships-in-torbay-a-brief-maritime-history","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}