9781844157181 - Inshore Craft: Traditional Working Vessels of the British Isles (2 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This comprehensive reference work describes and illustrates some 200 types of inshore craft which once fish and traded, under oar and sail, around the coasts of the British Isles. The types are arranged by coastal area and each is described in terms of its shape and design, fitness for location and purpose, build, evolution and geographical distribution. Details of dimensions, rig, building materials, seamanship and the survivial of examples are given where known, while hundreds of line drawings and photographs show the vessels in their original forms. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Book in immaculate condition in dark jade boards. Dust jacket has some marks and curling, and a 1cm tear at top RH front. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos and drawings, this is a comprehensive reference work, which describes and illustrates some 200 types of inshore craft which once fished and traded, under oar and sail, around the coasts of the British Isles. Compiled by a team of 12 experts. This is a heavy book and will need extra postage outside the UK.