The First Atlantic Liners : Seamanship in the Age of Paddle Wheel, Sail and Screw.
London: Conway Maritime Press, 1997. Hardcover. Very Good Condition / Very Good Condition. Item #519075
ISBN: 085177668X
167 pages, illustrated with diagrams & photographs. This richly illustrated volume examines the transition from sail to steam in transatlantic shipping during the 19th century. As paddle steamers nicknamed flapper by Americans began crossing the Atlantic, mariners faced new challenges in ship handling, propulsion, and navigation. Allington and Greenhill delve into how crews adapted to these hybrid vessels, which often relied on both steam engines and sails to maintain control in rough seas. Original grey cloth, gilt lettered. Dustwrapper lightly marked. Ex Library. A nice clean copy. Size: 25 x 30 cms. Category: Varied Books; ISBN: 085177668X. ISBN/EAN: 9780851776682. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.
Keywords: BZDB395 Varied Books; ISBN: 085177668X EAN: 9780851776682 Peter Allington & Basil Greenhill The First Atlantic Liners : Seamanship in the Age of Paddle Wheel, Sail and Screw.
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