A Handbook Of Practical Shipbuilding: With A Glossary Of Terms (1921)

By James Douglas MacBride

Book Overview

""A Handbook of Practical Shipbuilding: With a Glossary of Terms"" is a comprehensive guide to shipbuilding written by James Douglas MacBride and originally published in 1921. The book covers all aspects of shipbuilding, from the design process to the construction and outfitting of a vessel. It includes detailed instructions for building wooden ships, as well as information on iron and steel shipbuilding methods.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of shipbuilding. Topics covered include ship design, shipyard organization, ship construction, and ship outfitting. The book also includes a glossary of shipbuilding terms, making it a useful reference for anyone interested in the field.MacBride's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both novice and experienced shipbuilders. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs, providing a visual guide to the shipbuilding process. Overall, ""A Handbook of Practical Shipbuilding"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of shipbuilding.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436731704
• ISBN13: 9781436731706
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"