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The American Clipper Ship, 1845-1920: A Comprehensive History, with a Listing of Builders and Their Ships
Glenn A. Knoblock
The American Clipper Ship, 1845-1920: A Comprehensive History, with a Listing of Builders and Their Ships
Glenn A. Knoblock
Offers a new and comprehensive account of the fastest and most beautiful sailing ships ever built. It explores the quest for speed on the seas from the early 1800s through the fast-paced times of the 1850s. Not only are the career details of such noted ships as the Flying Cloud and Challenge discussed in detail, but they are also put in context with the times in which they operated.
277 pages, black & white illustrations
Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
Released | January 15, 2014 |
ISBN13 | 9780786471126 |
Publishers | McFarland & Co Inc |
Pages | 376 |
Dimensions | 180 × 254 × 23 mm · 833 g |
Language | English |
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