The Marvel Book Of American Ships

By Frank Edgar Evans, Orton Porter Jackson, Major Frank E Evans, et al.

Book Overview

The Marvel Book of American Ships is a comprehensive guide to the history of American ships, written by Orton P. Jackson. The book covers a wide range of topics related to American ships, including their design, construction, and use throughout history. It also includes detailed information on notable American ships, such as the USS Constitution and the Titanic, as well as lesser-known vessels.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of American ships. The first section covers the early history of American ships, including the development of shipbuilding techniques and the role of ships in early American commerce. Subsequent sections cover the role of American ships in the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and World War I and II.The book also includes detailed information on the design and construction of American ships, including the materials used, the different types of ships, and the evolution of ship design over time. It also covers the various uses of American ships, from commerce and trade to military and scientific expeditions.Throughout the book, Jackson provides detailed illustrations and photographs of American ships, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand the design and function of these vessels. The Marvel Book of American Ships is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American ships and their role in shaping the country's maritime history.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: 1162759259
• ISBN13: 9781162759258
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"