This pre-owned, hardback book was written by Bernard Ireland and published by Hamlyn in 1999. The book is in a very good condition.
This is a comprehensive history and reference work in one volume, chronicling the development of world shipping. As well as describing advancements in shipping, the author has included a number of seabattles which are significant because the results of these encounters were to shape the course of world history.
Beautifully illustrated with over 200 photographs and informative artworks, including cross-sections of seminal ships throughout the ages.