Publisher's Synopsis
""All About Ships"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, construction, and operation of ships, written by Henry Taprell Dorling and first published in 1912. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the evolution of ships from ancient times to the modern era, the various types of ships and their uses, the materials and technologies used in shipbuilding, and the principles of navigation and seamanship. The author also provides detailed information on the crew and their roles, as well as the equipment and tools used on board. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and mechanics of ships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
