Alan L. Bates directed the renovation of the steamer "Avalon" into the "Belle of Louisville", designed the steamboat "Natchez" and was involved in the planning, building or renovation of many other riverboats. "Naval Architect" is the true story of Alan L. Bates' career as a naval architect, the ups and downs, about learning things the hard way, about great success and the funniest moments in life. It's a personal account of the author's most prestigious...