Sailing Ships The Story Of Their Development From The Earliest Times To The Present Day

Sailing Ships: The Story Of Their Development From The Earliest Times To The Present Day is a comprehensive book by E. Keble Chatterton that explores the history and evolution of sailing ships. The book covers the development of sailing ships from the earliest times, including ancient sailing vessels, Viking ships, and Chinese junks, to the present day. Chatterton provides detailed information on the design, construction, and use of various types of sailing ships, including galleys, schooners, brigs, clippers, and more. He also discusses the role of sailing ships in trade, exploration, and warfare throughout history. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as diagrams and plans of different types of sailing ships. Chatterton's writing style is informative and engaging, making the book accessible to both sailing enthusiasts and general readers interested in history and maritime culture. Overall, Sailing Ships: The Story Of Their Development From The Earliest Times To The Present Day is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of sailing and the development of maritime technology.An Elaborate History Of The Development Of The Sailing Vessel From The Earliest Times To The Modern Steel Clipper.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.