A Treatise On Naval Architecture And Shipbuilding: Or An Exposition Of The Elementary Principles Involved In The Science And Practice Of Naval Constru

By Richard W. Meade

Book Overview

""A Treatise On Naval Architecture And Shipbuilding: Or An Exposition Of The Elementary Principles Involved In The Science And Practice Of Naval Construction"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles of naval architecture and shipbuilding, written by Richard Worsam Meade and originally published in 1869. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the design, construction, and maintenance of ships, including the properties of materials used in shipbuilding, the principles of stability and buoyancy, and the design and construction of various types of ships, from small boats to large warships. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts presented. This book is an essential resource for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the history and science of naval architecture and 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: 1436756456
• ISBN13: 9781436756457
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 2.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"