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1	The History of Shipwrecks more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Claudia Pennington (Introduction by) add to wishlist A full-color guide to the ships and treasures at the bottom of the sea, from sunken Roman warships and Spanish galleons to 20th-century luxury liners. Full color. see all copies from $2.39! new only from $4.98! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Blackbeard: America's Most Notorious Pirate more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist 'A thorough, exciting examination of 18th-century pirate life,with wonderful details' - "Publishers Weekly". 'Interesting and exciting ...a thoroughly enjoyable chronicle of an interesting life and interesting era' - "Booklist".This is the definitive biography of history'smost fearsome and famous pirate. Of all the colorful cutthroats who scoured ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.96! \| first editions \| SVS
3	The History of Pirates more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist From Blackbeard to Captain Kidd, this volume is a full-color chronicle of thievery, murder, and torture on the high seas. Maps & illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.96! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Pirates: Predators of the Seas: An Illustrated History more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Roger Michael Kean, David Cordingly (Introduction by) add to wishlist Pirates have captivated our imaginations for generations, and the popularity of the recent "Pirates of the Caribbean" films has planted them even more firmly in our minds. But what were pirates "really" like? Author Robert Ritchie guides us on a tour of piracy from ancient times through the present, and dispels the false image of pirates created ... see all copies from $4.95! new only from $4.95! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Historical Atlas of Ancient Greece more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist From the Bronze Age and Mycenaean culture to the final collapse of ancient Greek civilization, the history of the Greek world with its language, culture, political systems, philosophy, art and architecture has fascinated countless generations. From the acts of citizen soldiers who safeguarded Greek civilization when it was threatened by the ... see all copies from $7.05! new only from $17.99! \| SVS
6	The Pirate Ship 1660-1730 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist Although pirates have a fascination which has resulted in the production of numerous books and documentaries in recent years (including titles by Osprey), no detailed depiction of their ships has ever been produced. Following the success of the Elite Series Pirates title, this book will provide a detailed description and pictorial exploration of ... see all copies from $6.87! new only from $9.95!
7	Pavia 1525: The Climax of the Italian Wars more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist An account of the battle at Pavia in 1525 between France and the Holy Roman Empire. The Habsburg emperor Charles V defeated and captured Francis I of France; the battle marked the onset of Habsburg dominance in Italy. see all copies from $4.94! new only from $11.93! \| SVS
8	Historical Atlas of the Renaissance more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Robert Ritchie add to wishlist The Renaissance first bloomed in northern Italy in the 14th century, where the rediscovery of the cultural heritage left by ancient Rome and Greece sparked an intellectual revolution centered on humanism. Lasting for about 300 years, the Renaissance saw notables such as Michelangelo, Dante, Cervantes and Arasmus reshape Europe. see all copies from $6.72! new only from $17.23! \| first editions
9	Union River Ironclad 1861-65 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist At the start of the American Civil War, neither side had warships on the Mississippi River, which was a vital strategic artery. In what would prove the vital naval campaign of the war, both sides fought for control of the river. While the Confederates relied on field fortifications and small gunboats, the Union built a series of revolutionary ... see all copies from $10.75! new only from $10.75! \| SVS
10	Poltava 1709: Russia Comes of Age more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist Poltava marked the demise of Sweden as a European great power and the rise of Russia. In 1707, the seemingly invincible Charles XII led his army deep into Russia. It was to prove his undoing - the long march eroded the fighting strength of the invaders; a vital supply convoy was lost; and the winter of 1708/9 was the worst in living memory. ... see all copies from $8.49! new only from $11.93! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	British Battlecruisers 1939-45 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist When war broke out in 1939, only three true battlecruisers remained in the Royal Navy including HMS 'Hood', the world's largest and fastest capital ship for much of her life, which would be destroyed in action against the German battleship 'Bismarck'. Out of the remaining two battlecruisers ('Repulse' and 'Renown') one was sunk by Japanese ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Sovereigns of the Sea: The Quest to Build the Perfect Renaissance Battleship more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist Savor the story of the ultimate warship in "Sovereigns of the Sea: The Quest to Build the Perfect Renaissance Battleship", which chronicles the history of Sovereign of the Seas, an immensely powerful floating fortress. You will enjoy this gripping tale of an arms race that created and ruined empires, changed the map of the world, and led Europe ... see all copies from $5.57! new only from $5.57! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Fair Oaks 1862: McClellan's Peninsula Campaign more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist By 1862 most Americans had realised that the Civil War was failing to be brought to a conclusion. However, General George B. McClellan aimed to avoid this by capturing Richmond, the Confederate capital, and end the war in a single campaign. However, despite catching the Confederates off-guard, McClellan threw away his advantage - it took him ... see all copies from $6.81! new only from $9.17! \| first editions
14 view cover	Ghost Ships: Tales of Abandoned, Doomed and Haunted Vessels more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist The stories behind the haunted ships that mysteriously roam the seas. see all copies from $2.75! new only from $2.75! \| first editions
15 view cover	Confederate Ironclad 1861-65 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist An exploration of the Confederate ironclad fleet of the American Civil War. It includes a cutaway of one of the most famous ships of the period, the CSS Virginia, and eight pages of artwork depicting the variety of different ironclads. see all copies from $7.10! new only from $10.29! \| first editions
16 view cover	Scourge of the Seas: Buccaneers, Pirates and Privateers more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist In their heyday, the sight of a pirate ship on the horizon would strike terror into the hearts of their intended victims. The colourful yet fearsome reputation of the pirate still resonates today and the sight of the skull and crossbones retains its thrilling power. The lives of the most famous of their brethren have been immortalised, initially ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.48! \| first editions
17 view cover	Historical Atlas of Exploration 1492-1600 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist Developed in association with the National Maritime Museum, "Historical Atlas of Exploration" shows how humankind's thirst for knowledge and increasing ability to act on ambition created an age of adventure and discovery. The period is a fascinating one, as Europeans emerged from the psychological and physical confinement of the Middle Ages into ... see all copies from $9.99! new only from $16.99! \| first editions
18 view cover	Day by Day: The Nineties, 2-Volume Set more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Smita Avasthi, Smita Avasti add to wishlist The author brings the decade of the 1990s to life listing the major events as they unfold. It is an accessible chronology suitable for researchers of all ages. see all copies from $3.60! new only from $275.20! \| first editions
19 view cover	The Battle of North Cape: The Death Ride of the Scharnhorst, 1943 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist On 25 December 1943 the German battlecruiser Scharnhorst slipped out Altenfjord in Norway to attack Artic convoy JW55B which was carrying vital war supplies to the Soviet Union. But British naval intelligence knew of the Scharnhorst's mission before she sailed and the vulnerable convoy was protected by a large Royal Naval force including the ... see all copies from $23.28! new only from $25.25! \| SVS
20 view cover	British Motor Torpedo Boat 1939-45 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist During the Second World War, flotillas of the Royal Navy's Motor Torpedo Boats and other coastal forces fought a deadly war for control of the English Channel and the North Sea. These small, fast boats attacked enemy convoys, escorted freighters, landed secret agents and even raided enemy ports. Unsung heroes, these craft and their tiny crews ... see all copies from $10.00! new only from $14.95! \| first editions
21 view cover	Spanish Galleon 1530-1690 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Tony Bryan (Illustrator) add to wishlist During the middle decade of the 16th century a new type of sailing vessel emerged, designed to carry the wealth of Americas to Spain. This was the galleon, and over the next century these vessels would serve Spain well as treasure ships and war ships, becoming a symbol of Spanish power and wealth during the period. This book traces the development ... see all copies from $7.48! new only from $10.93! \| SVS
22 view cover	Historical Atlas of the Crusades more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist In November 1095, Pope Urban II called on Christian rulers and European knights to drive the Muslims from the Holy Land and reclaim Jerusalem for Christendom. The resulting wars lasted for more than three centuries and their effects are still felt in the 21st century, as conflicts between Christians and Muslims continue to flare throughout the ... see all copies from $3.85! new only from $13.00! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	The Indian Army 1914-1947 more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Ian Sumner, Angus McBride (Illustrator) add to wishlist The Indian divisions made a huge contribution to the British war effort in both World Wars, fighting in the trenches of the Western Front and in the Middle East in 1914-18, and in North Africa, Italy and Burma in 1939-45. This detailed text describes the developing organisation, uniforms and equipment of the Imperial and other regiments during the ... see all copies from $9.98! new only from $11.34! \| SVS
24 view cover	American Civil War Fortifications (1): Coastal Brick and Stone Forts more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam, Alina Illustrazioni (Illustrator), Donato Spedaliere (Illustrator) add to wishlist At the start of the American Civil War (1861), some of the most powerful torts in the country were located in the secessionist states, and many of these fell into Confederate hands. Although a handful of key sites remained in the Union, the remainder had to be won back through bombardment or assault. Forts such as Fort Sumter, Fort Morgan and Fort ... see all copies from $22.00! new only from $22.00!
25 view cover	Lepanto 1571: The Greatest Naval Battle of the Renaissance more books like this by Dr. Angus Konstam add to wishlist For much of the 16th century the Mediterranean was a battleground between Christians and Muslims. The war galley was the predominant warship type of the era, and a battle between two large war galley fleets was expected to decide the fate of the entire Mediterranean basin. In August 1571 an Ottoman fleet of some 235 galleys encountered the ... see all copies from $24.90! new only from $27.50!

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	Under the Black Flag: The Romance and the Reality of Life Among the Pirates by David Cordingly see all from $1.99! new only from $2.57!
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