Transatlantic Passenger Ships: Past And Present

By Eugene Waldo Smith

Book Overview

Transatlantic Passenger Ships: Past And Present is a comprehensive book that delves into the history of passenger ships that have sailed across the Atlantic Ocean. Written by Eugene Waldo Smith, the book takes readers on a journey through time, exploring the evolution of these iconic vessels from the early days of steam-powered ships to the modern luxury liners of today.The book is divided into chapters that cover various eras in the history of transatlantic passenger ships. Each chapter is accompanied by stunning photographs and illustrations that bring to life the ships and the people who sailed on them. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the ships' features, including their interiors, amenities, and technological advancements.Readers will learn about the most famous ships that sailed the Atlantic, such as the Titanic, the Queen Mary, and the Normandie. The book also covers lesser-known vessels that played an important role in transatlantic travel, such as the SS United States and the SS France.In addition to chronicling the history of these ships, the book also explores the social and cultural impact of transatlantic travel. The author discusses how these ships brought people from different countries and cultures together, and how they helped to shape the world we live in today.Overall, Transatlantic Passenger Ships: Past And Present is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of travel, technology, and culture. It is a must-read for ship enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who loves a good story.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258268329
• ISBN13: 9781258268329
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"