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Ancient And Modern Ships V2: The Era Of Steam, Iron And Steel

Ancient And Modern Ships V2: The Era Of Steam, Iron And Steel

Holmes, George C. V.

Hardcover

Transportation GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1163442771
ISBN13: 9781163442777
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 320
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ancient And Modern Ships V2: The Era Of Steam, Iron And Steel is a comprehensive book written by George C. V. Holmes. The book is the second volume in the series and focuses on the era of steam, iron, and steel in shipbuilding. The author covers a wide range of topics related to the construction and design of ships during this period. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of shipbuilding. The first chapter provides an overview of the development of steam propulsion and its impact on ship design. The second chapter discusses the use of iron and steel in shipbuilding and the benefits they offer over traditional materials. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into specific areas of shipbuilding, such as the design of engines, boilers, and propellers. The author also covers topics such as ship stability, seaworthiness, and the impact of weather on ship design. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and diagrams that help readers understand the concepts discussed in the text. The author also includes historical examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of the theories and principles discussed in the book. Overall, Ancient And Modern Ships V2: The Era Of Steam, Iron And Steel is an informative and engaging book that provides a comprehensive overview of shipbuilding during the era of steam, iron, and steel. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval architecture, engineering, or maritime history.In Two Volumes.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.

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