Ships: a Stunning Visual History of Ships

This superb book takes the reader on a voyage of discovery through the exciting world of ships. Beginning with Egyptian war galleys of more than 4,000 years ago, it describes all the major developments of maritime history, right up to the present day.

Over 130 dramatic, full-color detailed reconstructions and technical cutaways provide a wealth of fascinating visual information. The expertly written text, together with maps, charts and other data, help to make this an invaluable yet highly enjoyable source of reference.