How did boats evolve from hollowed logs used for fishing to magnificent liners and tankers? This superb collection of specially commissioned photographs tell the fascinating story of how and why boats rafts and ships have changed over the ages.See how a plank boat is constructed and look at sails from around the world from the elegant junks and dhows of the East to the many-masted clippers that sailed the seven seas during the 19th century. Learn why the Titanic was thought to be 'unsinkable ' and how it feels to be ...
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How did boats evolve from hollowed logs used for fishing to magnificent liners and tankers? This superb collection of specially commissioned photographs tell the fascinating story of how and why boats rafts and ships have changed over the ages.See how a plank boat is constructed and look at sails from around the world from the elegant junks and dhows of the East to the many-masted clippers that sailed the seven seas during the 19th century. Learn why the Titanic was thought to be 'unsinkable ' and how it feels to be standing on the bridge of modern fire ship. From fishermen on kayaks to soldiers on galleys cargo on steamships to sailors on yachts this book will show you the importance and perils of a life at sea.Produced in association with the National Maritime Museum Greenwich Boat is a compelling and informative guide to the development and history of boats and ships worldwide.
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Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.80, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Dallas rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.93, good condition, Sold by Blue Vase Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Interlochen, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published:
1992
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18871660310
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Former library book with the usual stamps stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover if applicable. Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs access code or other supplemental materials.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $2.95, very good condition, Sold by Skywhys Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Glendale, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published:
1992
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
10416465273
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Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 63 p. Contains: Illustrations. Eyewitness Books (Knopf Hardcover). Audience: Children/juvenile.
Add this copy of Boat to cart. $3.19, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Knopf Books for Young Readers.
Add this copy of Boat (Dk Eyewitness Books) to cart. $3.59, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1995 by DK Children.
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I like the Eyewitness series of books for their clarity (and occasional wit). However this one was short on coverage, plain wrong on some points (I build wooden boats so maybe I am nitpicking), and did not seem to be written for adults.
I read through it in 30 minutes or so and have donated it next day to my local library, suggesting they put it in the kids section, for whom it is just fine. I rarely give away a book on boats - but this one was just taking up space for me.
