This 216 page, hardback book with jacket is in very good condition. It was written by Arnold Kludas and published by Patrick Stephens in 1975.
This initial volume deals with the period1858-1912, from the first passenger ship of over 10,000,=grt to be placed in service, the Great Eastern to the unforgettable sister ships the Olympic and Titanic.
209 ships are covered in this volume.