The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution and Romance is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the history and development of seafaring vessels. Written by Henry Brundage Culver, a noted maritime historian and expert, this book delves into the fascinating world of old ships and their evolution over time.The book begins with a brief overview of the earliest known ships and their uses, before moving on to explore the development of various types of vessels, including galleys, caravels, frigates, and ...
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The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution and Romance is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the history and development of seafaring vessels. Written by Henry Brundage Culver, a noted maritime historian and expert, this book delves into the fascinating world of old ships and their evolution over time.The book begins with a brief overview of the earliest known ships and their uses, before moving on to explore the development of various types of vessels, including galleys, caravels, frigates, and steamships. Throughout the text, Culver provides detailed descriptions of each type of ship, including their design, construction, and use.In addition to discussing the technical aspects of old ships, Culver also explores the romantic and cultural significance of these vessels. He delves into the myths and legends surrounding famous ships like the Santa Maria and the Mayflower, and discusses the role of ships in literature, art, and popular culture.Overall, The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution and Romance is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of seafaring and the development of maritime technology. With its detailed descriptions, engaging anecdotes, and beautiful illustrations, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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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Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $4.26, fair condition, Sold by Books For Life rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Laurel, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1974 by Bonanza Books.
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Fair. Book is in acceptable condition. May have shelf wear edge wear and spine wear but a very readable copy. May not come with supplemental materials if applicable. Does not include original dustcover jacket. Possibly Ex Library Copy.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $4.49, good condition, Sold by Richard J. Walters rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Yaphank, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1935 by Garden City.
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Gordon Grant. Good. No dust jacket. * Faded cover Great old book prior owners intials inside cover *. Unknown printing. Illustrated by Gordon Grant. 306 p.; illus.; diagrams; 28 cm. 306 p.; illustrated with both black & white drawings and five color plates.; Hardcover A wonderful study in the ancient sailing ships at a time when such craft were just disappearing from the world. New York Garden City 1935 2nd edition from 1924 publication. Illustrated by Gordon Grant.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $4.78, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published by Bonanza Books.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships to cart. $18.00, fair condition, Sold by Top Notch Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Tolar, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1935 by Garden City Publishing Company.
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Grant, Gordon. Fair in Fair jacket. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. Cover is worn and scuffed with gold gilt lettering on spine. Pages are very brown and worn. DJ is worn and scuffed with small tears.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships to cart. $18.00, very good condition, Sold by Crabtree's Collection rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Sebago, ME, UNITED STATES, published 1977 by Bonanza Books.
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Color illus by Gordon Grant. VG in VG DJ. DJ sl chipped. Drawings and descriptions of over 60 old ships from galley of ancient Egypt 1600 B.C. to clippers.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships. and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $22.00, like new condition, Sold by Bookmine rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Fair Oaks, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1977 by Bonanza.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $22.12, fair condition, Sold by BookDepart rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Shepherdstown, WV, UNITED STATES, published 1924 by Garden City Publishing Compa.
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UsedGood. Hardcover; drawn by Gordon Grant and text by Henry B. Culver; illustrated i n line and color with a variety of original designs of shipping compiled fr om authentic sources; heavy fading and shelf wear to exterior; former owner 's bookplate inside front cover; fading to pages; in good condition with cl ean text, firm binding. No dust jacket.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships to cart. $35.00, good condition, Sold by Top Notch Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Tolar, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1984 by Bonanza Books.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships; and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $36.15, good condition, Sold by Balfour Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Sidmouth, DEVON, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1935 by Garden City Publishing Co.
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Grant, Gordon. Good in Good jacket. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall Copy in purple cloth on boards in unclipped D/J. Boards lightly rubbed at head/foot. Board lightly sunned. Jacket spine lightly sunned. Jacket slightly chipped around edges. Illustrated end papers. Previous owners inscription on title page. Sporadic light foxing to folio fore-edges. Colour frontis. Clean text with colour and b/w illustrations. This is a heavy book and may require additional postage.
Add this copy of The Book of Old Ships and Something of Their Evolution to cart. $45.00, very good condition, Sold by Treehorn Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Rosa, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1935 by Garden City.
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Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. Brief gift inscription on front endpage, minor chipping to edges of jacket.; Color and Black & White Illustrations; 4to 11"-13" tall; 306 pages.
