| Author |
Chatterton, E. Keble (Edward Keble), 1878-1944 |
| LoC No. |
09035937
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| Title |
Sailing ships : the story of their development from the earliest times to the present day
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| Original Publication |
London: Sidgwick & Jackson, ltd., 1909.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Sailing Ships: The Story of Their Development from the Earliest Times to the Present Day" by E. Keble Chatterton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the evolution of sailing ships, tracing their journey from ancient times through various cultures and innovations to their contemporary forms. The narrative is enriched with illustrations that depict the significant designs and constructions of vessels throughout history, highlighting the maritime heritage that connects generations of shipbuilders and sailors. The opening of the book introduces the author's motivation and purpose for documenting the history of sailing ships. Chatterton emphasizes the urgency of preserving knowledge that is rapidly fading, particularly the nuances in ship design and rigging that would soon be forgotten with the decline of traditional sailing vessels. He discusses the importance of both historical artifacts and contemporary practices in understanding the development of these ships. Through his exploration, Chatterton aims to inspire both enthusiasts and the younger generation, to appreciate the craftsmanship and adventures associated with sailing, while reflecting on the broader implications of maritime history in shaping civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
VM: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
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| Subject |
Sailing ships -- History
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| Subject |
Shipbuilding
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| Subject |
Sailing ships
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73464 |
| Release Date |
Apr 25, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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