Ships and boats Books

Shipboard Fire is a manual on merchant ship types including Passenger carrying ships of various classes that ply the waters of the high seas and the lakes and rivers of all of the navigable waters. Any and all persons who are yachtsmen or who would take...

Navigate the high seas with confidence using The British Mariner's Vocabulary. This comprehensive dictionary features technical terms and sea phrases essential to the construction, equipment, and management of a ship. Whether you're a seafaring...

This book is a reference guide for a telegraph code system used in the shipping industry in the early 20th century. The code allowed for the transmitting of detailed information about cargo, routes, and schedules in a condensed format, saving time and...

Une référence indispensable pour les marins et professionnels du monde maritime, ce dictionnaire universel de droit maritime fournit des informations complètes sur la législation, la doctrine et la jurisprudence nautiques avec des sommaires et tables...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

While numerous studies have examined Woodrow Wilson's policy of neutrality prior to U.S. entry into World War I, none has focused on the actual merchant ship losses that created the final casus belli. This work focuses on what the president knew and when...

Safety and Security at Sea is concerned with the safe operation of ships and consequently with preventing errors and oversights. This book contributes to safety where it is most effective - right at the site of work, on board the ship itself. It is here,...

Before the coming of the 'dot com" era it was by no accident that the richest individuals in the world were involved with tankers. Probably the most famous ship owner in the world was Aristotle Socrates Onassis. But before one looks at tanker freights of...

One of the finest, most colorful and definitive studies of whaling ever published. Construction and outfitting of ships, crafts and routines, hunting methods, much more. 133 halftones. 17 line illustrations. Introduction.

Port Economics, Management and Policy provides a comprehensive analysis of the contemporary port industry, showing how ports are organized to serve the global economy and support regional and local development.Structured in eight sections plus an...

When you're out at sea, there's no hospital to turn to in case of illness or injury. That's why every mariner needs a good medical reference on hand, and this book fits the bill perfectly. The Mariner's Medical Companion includes detailed information on...

Este apéndice al libro de las Costumbres Maritimas del Libro del Consulado presenta una colección de leyes y estatutos relacionados con las ordenanzas del comercio naval. La obra es una fuente valiosa de información sobre las leyes que regulan el...

Hailings Circular is a newsletter that reports on the news and events related to the maritime industry, shipping, and port operations. With its insightful analysis, insider perspectives, and timely updates, this newsletter is a valuable resource for...

This detailed account of the development of America's merchant marine industry is both informative and engaging. The Bankers Trust Company provides a comprehensive history of the industry from its inception to the present day, offering insights into the...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

For the first time, a historian and seasoned mariner looks beyond the specific circumstances of individual shipwrecks in an effort to reach a clearer understanding of the economic, political, and psychological factors that have influenced the 25,000...

A Captivating Account of the Golden Age of Piracy, the Search for Sunken Treasure, and the Business of Underwater ExplorationBored by his successful life and obsessed with a boyhood dream of lost pirate treasure, Barry Clifford began a quest for...

The following is an 'anecdotal' snapshot of my time at sea through the eyes of a 'first-tripper' as an Asst. Electrical Engineer, Cableship Officer, under the auspices of British Telecomm (Marine). This 'aide-memoir/novellette', came about by members of...

This Compendium has been prepared for use in Navigation study at the Officer Candidate School, the various Naval ROTC Units, and within the fleet. The material presented is intended to provide the essentials to the practice of navigation, accordingly,...

A practical guide to life aboard training ships, written for the benefit of apprentices in the United States merchant marine. With its detailed explanations and helpful advice, Manual for the Guidance of Apprentices is an essential resource for anyone...

Conrad Glashoffs Sammlung von Fällen aus der Schifffahrts- und Assecuranz-Geschäfte gibt dem Leser eine interessante Einsicht in die praktischen Herausforderungen, die sich auf See ergeben können. Dabei werden nicht nur verschiedene Fälle aus der Praxis...

Dieses Lexikon bietet eine vollständige Übersicht über die Schiffe, die in den Häfen von Schweden und Finnland während der Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts verkehrten. Es ist ein unverzichtbares Nachschlagewerk für Geschichtsinteressierte und alle, die sich...

William N. Brady's 'The Naval Apprentice's Kedge Anchor' is an essential guide to seamanship for young sailors in both naval and merchant vessels. This comprehensive work covers everything from rigging and splicing to the practical evolutions of...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

At the height of the devastating October gale of 1867, a small schooner, the Sea Clipper, was driven onto a reef at Spotted Island, Labrador. Already seriously damaged from an earlier collision with another schooner, she was being pounded to pieces...

Here is a lively and engaging portrait of a New England yacht club's first three-quarters-of-a-century. A fast-paced narrative, powerful interview-based anecdotes, and a collection of 50 photographs vividly bring the club's story to life. There's...

This book sets new standards for the documentation of water transport, and introduces styles of boat-building which are unlikely to be found outside the sub-Continent. A fascinating and accessible read for anyone interested in boats or the South Asian...

On December 22, 1853, a new steamship left New York on its maiden voyage. The San Francisco--perhaps the finest ocean-going vessel of its time--had been chartered by the U.S. Government to transport the U.S. Army's Third Artillery Regiment to the...

James Claude Beasley was a typical American teenager in the 1940s--a child of the Great Depression with an abiding commitment to family and country. With the outbreak of World War II, he enlisted in the Navy at 18. His plainspoken, personal memoir...

The first African-American aircraft carrier commander, Rear Admiral Lawrence Cleveland Chambers (1929- ) played a prominent role as captain of the USS Midway during the Vietnam War. During the evacuation of Saigon--known as Operation Frequent...

This volume contains a collection of classic articles on the subject of sailing yachts, dealing with storms, winds, and how to handle them. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to anyone with...

This book is a collection of vintage articles on model boat building, with information on tools and equipment, instructions for fitting engines, tips for sailing and racing, and more. Detailed and profusely illustrated, this volume is recommended for the...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.