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Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Ships & shipping: general interest

Chichester Harbour - England's Coastal Gem (Paperback): Liz Sagues Chichester Harbour - England's Coastal Gem (Paperback)
Liz Sagues
R588 Discovery Miles 5 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a special place of tranquillity in the crowded south of England. It is recognized nationally and internationally and is appreciated by many hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. This book, which includes previously unpublished memoirs and features famous figures from King Canute to P.G. Wodehouse, draws together the myriad threads that have given the harbour and its surroundings their unique character, telling an engrossing story that stretches far into the past, present and future. It encompasses topics as varied as geological and historical tumult, the harbour's vital importance as a refuge for threatened wildlife, the change from commercial port to centre for leisure pursuits, the impact of war and the threat from climate change. Liz Sagues brings to life the people who have contributed so much to Chichester Harbour, from the saintly Saxon cleric whose practical fishing skills ended a village famine to environmentally committed twenty-first-century farmers, and from a king's favourite mistress to Olympic medal-winning sailors. The book is for those who already love the harbour - and for the many more who, as they read on, will join them. Provides a unique broad-ranging study of Chichester Harbour AONB and its close surroundings Richly illustrated with approximately 200 colour photographs Includes previously unpublished memoirs and features famous figures from Kings Canute and Harold to P.G. Wodehouse, Sir Henry Royce and Clark Gable Tours through the harbour villages and suggests walks which cover millennia in minutes and give a real taste of the harbour Written with magical, compelling style by an award-winning journalist.

Thirty Florida Shipwrecks (Paperback, 1st ed): Kevin M. McCarthy Thirty Florida Shipwrecks (Paperback, 1st ed)
Kevin M. McCarthy; Illustrated by William L Trotter
R437 Discovery Miles 4 370 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

-- Sunken treasure, prison ships, Nazi submarines, the Bermuda triangle
-- Stories of thirty of the most interesting of the thousands of Florida shipwrecks
-- Each shipwreck story has a map pinpointing its location and a full-color painting by renowned artist William L. Trotter

Aurora - A Photographic Journey (Paperback): Chris Frame, Rachelle Cross Aurora - A Photographic Journey (Paperback)
Chris Frame, Rachelle Cross; Contributions by Wesley Dunlop
R618 R547 Discovery Miles 5 470 Save R71 (11%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

One of Britain's most loved cruise ships, Aurora was built by Meyer Werft and entered service in 2000. Named by HRH The Princess Royal, she was specifically designed for the British cruise market. Since entering service her annual world cruises have made her famous all over the world. Aurora's interior spaces are quintessentially British, and pay tribute to the long heritage of the P&O Line. From Anderson's to the Curzon Theatre, Alexandria Restaurant to the Uganda Room, Aurora is a much-loved modern classic. Written and photographed by well-known maritime historians Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross, this beautiful book is a must-have keepsake for anyone who has sailed aboard Aurora as well as those with a love of cruising.

Auf zum Sudpol (German, Hardcover): Georg Von Neumayer Auf zum Sudpol (German, Hardcover)
Georg Von Neumayer
R1,895 Discovery Miles 18 950 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Geschichte Der Deutschen Seeschiffahrt (German, Hardcover): Walther Vogel Geschichte Der Deutschen Seeschiffahrt (German, Hardcover)
Walther Vogel
R2,664 Discovery Miles 26 640 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Waveney Fast Afloat lifeboats - The RNLI's 44ft Waveney lifeboats, their design and history (Paperback): Nicholas Leach Waveney Fast Afloat lifeboats - The RNLI's 44ft Waveney lifeboats, their design and history (Paperback)
Nicholas Leach
R376 R342 Discovery Miles 3 420 Save R34 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
Great American Shipwreck Stories - Lyons Press Classics (Paperback): Tom McCarthy Great American Shipwreck Stories - Lyons Press Classics (Paperback)
Tom McCarthy
R353 Discovery Miles 3 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Great American Shipwreck Stories is a magnificent collection of gripping accounts of a ship's encounter with a great whale or an overwhelming monsoon or a disastrous passage through the Straits of Magellan, leading to a wreck and a crew's harrowing plight for survival on the open seas or on a desert island. Capturing all the elements of ancient and powerful tragedy, this book is chockful of thrilling tales of survival - as well as a frightful examination of man's darkest impulses - which allow the reader a gruesome glimpse behind the veil of honor and bravery that history often ascribes to such men of the sea. These are all stories that have endured the test of time, and have attracted discerning readers for generations. Includes stories by George Byron Merrick, Owen Chase, Henry Cabot Lodge, Theodore Roosevelt, Riley Brown, J. S. Ogilvie, Horace Holden, and many others.

Beitr ge Zur Flotten-Novelle 1900 (German, Hardcover): Nauticus Beitr ge Zur Flotten-Novelle 1900 (German, Hardcover)
Nauticus
R1,561 Discovery Miles 15 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Complete Sailing Manual (Paperback, 5th edition): Steve Sleight The Complete Sailing Manual (Paperback, 5th edition)
Steve Sleight; Foreword by Ben Ainslie
R737 R651 Discovery Miles 6 510 Save R86 (12%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A new and updated edition of the only sailing manual that you will ever need. Whether you are a seasoned seafarer or just starting out, this fully revised and updated sailing manual is perfect for all levels of experience. Learn how to handle any sailing situation - with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership Inside the pages of this new edition of the go-to guide about sailing and boat maintenance, you'll discover: - Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of sailing practice written by an expert sailor - The latest information and advice, and technological developments - A complete tuition course on seamanship, chapter by chapter - Authoritative text, clear, annotated diagrams, and action photographs - A reliable, instant, and user-friendly handbook for any sailing situation - Foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medalist, Sir Ben Ainslie In DK's The Complete Sailing Manual, former British national champion Steve Sleight offers a wealth of expert advice and guidance in the form of a complete tuition course on seamanship. This ultimate sailing handbook is packed with engaging essential information and breathtaking action photography. Handy diagrams, and step-by-step artwork, and instructions will teach you all the latest sailing techniques. This updated edition for 2021 features all of the latest developments in sailing - including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed apparent-wind sailing and navigation. Explore new developments in sailing equipment such as modern performance systems, electronic navigation and ways to use alternative energy on board. Explore the latest rules, regulations, and best practices from collision regulations to safety equipment. This essential sailing book is necessary for every keen sailor, from the novice to the seasoned sea person.

SS Normandie - Classic Liners (Paperback): William H. Miller SS Normandie - Classic Liners (Paperback)
William H. Miller
R760 R651 Discovery Miles 6 510 Save R109 (14%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

The world of ocean liners, those built for French lines were the epitome of style and panache, and SS Normandie perhaps the pinnacle of this. When she entered service in 1935, she was the largest, longest, fastest and certainly the best fed ship of her time, serving the finest food imaginable in a dining room longer than the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Normandie embodied high glamour and was a firm favourite of many, albeit for a short time. Times were changing and even the French government's massive subsidies to the builders, an attempt to make Normandie a flagship for the drive out of the Depression. could only work for so long, as the Second World War drew nearer. She might have been a valuable troopship, and served a the USS Lafayette for a time, but caught fire at her New York pier in 1942. The great ship was salvaged, but with an expensive restoration in prospect she could not escape being scrapped in 1946-47. Through beautiful illustrations and evocative writing, William H.Miller presents the story of one of the most lavish liners ever to cross the seas.

The Big Ship - The Story of the S.S. United States (Hardcover): Frank O. Braynard The Big Ship - The Story of the S.S. United States (Hardcover)
Frank O. Braynard
R729 Discovery Miles 7 290 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The S.S. United States book is the first comprehensive work on the vessel in decades. This volume includes many rarely seen photographs from the liner's golden years to her forlorn and lonely twilight years. Follow Frank Braynard, the nation's leading maritime historian, and Robert Hudson Westover as they chronicle the life of the S.S. United States. The United States, which still holds the West-bound speed record on the North Atlantic, is the greatest ocean liner this country has ever built, and this book stands as a fitting tribute and celebration of her maiden voyage.The Big Ship: The Story of the S.S. United States is the fascinating behind-the scenes story of one of the fastest ships in the world and one of the most luxurious passenger liners to cross the Atlantic. With new introductory material by the SS United States Conservancy, this classic volume includes photographs of celebrity passengers and of the majestic liner from her golden years, when she spurred the rebirth of America’s maritime glory, to her twilight years. Follow Frank Braynard, one of the great American maritime historians, as he chronicles the life of the S.S. United States, the incredible feat of engineering that still holds the westbound speed record on the North Atlantic. This book stands as a tribute of her maiden voyage, a celebration of her recent rescue efforts by the Conservancy, and an inspiration for future generations to restore the legacy of the greatest ocean liner this country has ever built.

Exploring the Britannic - The Life, Last Voyage and Wreck of Titanic's Tragic Twin (Hardcover): Simon Mills Exploring the Britannic - The Life, Last Voyage and Wreck of Titanic's Tragic Twin (Hardcover)
Simon Mills
R908 R776 Discovery Miles 7 760 Save R132 (15%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Launched in 1914, two years after the ill-fated voyage of her sister ship, RMS Titanic, the Britannic was intended to be superior to her tragic twin in every way. But war intervened and in 1915 she was requisitioned as a hospital ship. Just one year later, while on her way to collect troops wounded in the Balkans campaign, she fell victim to a mine laid by a German U-boat and tragically sank in the middle of the Aegean Sea.

There her wreck lay, at a depth of 400 feet, until it was discovered 59 years later by legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau. In 1996 the wreck was bought by the author of this book, Simon Mills.

Exploring the Britannic tells the complete story of this enigmatic ship: her construction, launch and life, her fateful last voyage, and the historical findings resulting from the exploration of the well-preserved wreck over a period of 40 years. With remarkable sonar scans and many never before seen photographs of the wreck, plus fold-out sections of the original Harland & Wolff ship plans, not previously published in their entirety, Exploring the Britannic finally details how the mysteries surrounding the 100-year-old enigma were laid to rest, and what the future might also hold for her.

Handbuch Der S dk ste Irlands Und Des Bristol-Kanals (German, Hardcover): Deutsche Seewarte Handbuch Der S dk ste Irlands Und Des Bristol-Kanals (German, Hardcover)
Deutsche Seewarte
R2,420 Discovery Miles 24 200 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Thomas Summers & Co. - Boatbuilders of Fraserburgh (Paperback): Mike Smylie Thomas Summers & Co. - Boatbuilders of Fraserburgh (Paperback)
Mike Smylie
R474 R433 Discovery Miles 4 330 Save R41 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

After the end of hostilities in 1945, the fishing industry was quick to establish some semblance of recovery and a surge of new builds and restoration of Admiralty motor fishing vessels soon followed. In Fraserburgh, on Scotland's east coast, several established yards satiated this desire amongst the fishing-boat owners for new craft. Thus it wasn't surprising that a new yard sprung up at the end of the 1940s when three local apprentices from one of the yards decided to set up their own boatbuilding yard on the breakwater, in what was a very exposed position. And so the yard of Thomas Summers & Co. was born, a yard that became synonymous with fine seaworthy fishing boats suited to various methods of fishing. In the space of just thirteen years they produced eighty-eight fishing vessels and their output was more prolific than most of the other Scottish boatyards. Many of these boats survive to this day, some still working as fishing vessels, and others converted to pleasure, a testament to their superb design and solid construction. Here, Mike Smylie recounts the story of Thomas Summers & Co. through historic records and personal memories of both fishermen and family members, with many striking photographs of the boats they built.

RMS Queen Mary - Classic Liners (Paperback): Andrew Britton RMS Queen Mary - Classic Liners (Paperback)
Andrew Britton
R771 R662 Discovery Miles 6 620 Save R109 (14%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This colourful history tells the story of Cunard's RMS Queen Mary, who along with her running mate Queen Elizabeth covered the transatlantic route from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg, the British answer to the German and French superliners. She was launched in May 1936 and immediately won the coveted Blue Riband, winning it again in 1938, before she served as a troopship in the war. She then carried on plying the Atlantic route with Queen Elizabeth until the jet age changed the world again and she was retired, now preserved as a floating museum and restaurant in Long Beach, California. Andrew Britton presents a wealth of unpublished photographic material and ephemera from his unparalleled collection to tell the story of this historic liner, including rare wartime views, shots of her 'grey ghost' paintwork, unique behind the scenes photographs, from the air shots, interior views and a wide selection of menus, log books, timetables, tickets and much more besides. Even including captain's invitations, this superlative book offers a captivating trip through the history of this great liner.

The Lost Boys of Montauk - The True Story of the Wind Blown, Four Men Who Vanished at Sea, and the Survivors They Left Behind... The Lost Boys of Montauk - The True Story of the Wind Blown, Four Men Who Vanished at Sea, and the Survivors They Left Behind (Paperback)
Amanda M. Fairbanks
R505 R444 Discovery Miles 4 440 Save R61 (12%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

An immersive account of a tragedy at sea whose repercussions haunt its survivors to this day, lauded by New York Times bestselling author Ron Suskind as "an honest and touching book, and a hell of a story." In March of 1984, the commercial fishing boat Wind Blown left Montauk Harbor on what should have been a routine offshore voyage. Its captain, a married father of three young boys, was the boat's owner and leader of the four-man crew, which included two locals and the blue-blooded son of a well-to-do summer family. After a week at sea, the weather suddenly turned, and the foursome collided with a nor'easter. They soon found themselves in the fight of their lives. Tragically, it was a fight they lost. Neither the boat nor the bodies of the men were ever recovered. The downing of the Wind Blown has since become interwoven with the local folklore of the East End's year-round population. Its tragic fate will never be forgotten. In this "riveting man-vs.-nature story and compelling tribute to those who perished" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), journalist Amanda M. Fairbanks seeks out the reasons why an event more than three decades old remains so startlingly vivid in people's minds. She explores the ways in which deep, lasting grief can alter people's memories. And she shines a light on the powerful and sometimes painful dynamics between fathers and sons, as well as the secrets that can haunt families from beyond the grave.

High Style on the High Seas - Passenger Ships Interiors (Paperback): William Miller High Style on the High Seas - Passenger Ships Interiors (Paperback)
William Miller
R692 R606 Discovery Miles 6 060 Save R86 (12%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Ocean liners conjure up an instant image of luxury. The great salons and smoking room, the suites, the staterooms and even the indoor swimming pools. This book will look at a century or so of the decor of ocean liners. It begins with the likes of the 'Mauretania', commissioned in 1907, and shows the Edwardian flourish and finery-the palm court days. We move into the 1920s & '30s, to Art Nouveau, German Bauhaus and of course the high glamour of Art Deco. Ships include the 'Paris', the innovative 'Ile de France', the 'Bremen' and the stunning 'Normandie' and 'Queen Mary'. Then there is post-war moderne, 'mid century' as it is dubbed today, and finally the contemporary of the current cruise generation-the floating resorts.

Naturgeschichte Und Wirtschaftliche Bedeutung Der Seefische Nordeuropas (German, Hardcover): Ernst Ehrenbaum Naturgeschichte Und Wirtschaftliche Bedeutung Der Seefische Nordeuropas (German, Hardcover)
Ernst Ehrenbaum
R1,884 Discovery Miles 18 840 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
American Privateers in the War of 1812 - The Vessels and Their Prizes as Recorded in Niles' Weekly Register (Paperback):... American Privateers in the War of 1812 - The Vessels and Their Prizes as Recorded in Niles' Weekly Register (Paperback)
Timothy S Good
R2,440 R1,652 Discovery Miles 16 520 Save R788 (32%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

During the War of 1812, the U.S. Navy numbered several dozen ships and captured fewer than 200 British vessels. American privateers, on the other hand, commanded more than 200 vessels and captured more than 1,000 British ships. The privateers proved the only American force that consistently threatened Britain throughout the Atlantic, especially along the coasts of the British Isles. Although privateers had a far greater impact on the British merchant marine and the economy of Great Britain than the U.S. Navy, they have received relatively little scholarly attention. This welcome work addresses this shortcoming by providing an accounting of all 241 American privateers during the war and a comprehensive list of all captures made by American forces--including privateers, Navy, and others--during that conflict.

Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual - Repair and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems (Hardcover): Nigel... Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual - Repair and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems (Hardcover)
Nigel Calder
R1,934 R1,705 Discovery Miles 17 050 Save R229 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This manual takes both novice and experienced boatowner through minor to major repairs of electrical systems, engines, electronics, steering systems, generators, pumps, cookers, spars and rigging. When it was first published in 1990, the Boatowner's Mechanical & Electrical Manual broke new ground. It was hailed as the first truly DIY manual for boatowners and has sold in its thousands ever since. There have been significant changes in boat systems since then, particularly electrical systems, and this fourth edition has been fully updated to reflect these developments and expand its predecessor's worldwide popularity. 'Probably the best technical reference and troubleshooting book in the world' Yachting Monthly 'It deserves to come standard with every boat' Yachting World

Discovering London's Canals - On foot, by bike or by boat (Paperback): Derek Pratt, Richard Mayon-White Discovering London's Canals - On foot, by bike or by boat (Paperback)
Derek Pratt, Richard Mayon-White
R480 R367 Discovery Miles 3 670 Save R113 (24%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Discover the beauty and delights of London's waterways, on foot or by boat, with Derek Pratt and Richard Mayon-White's fascinating and thorough guide. To really explore London’s canals is to see the city in a way you’ve never seen it before. A different world, away from the hustle-bustle of overladen streets and towering skyscrapers, the waterways offer a unique paradise, full of wildlife, brightly coloured narrowboats, lush greenery and an environment steeped in history. Discovering London’s Canals will open your eyes to this world and show you all it has to offer, walking with you along the vast stretches of each canal, pointing out the many sights to see and enjoy, pubs to quench your thirst in and history to marvel at. Enjoy whole days out with family and friends, or just an hour or two, choosing a stretch of canal and discovering so many sights and attractions either on or within a short walk from the water’s edge. With information boxes, travel directions, clear maps and beautiful photography, along with insightful travel writing from the kings of the waterways, Derek Pratt and Richard Mayon-White, Discovering London’s Canals is the perfect guide for anyone who loves walking, wildlife and the waterways of the great city of London. The book covers more than 60 miles of waterways in London, easy to get to and walkable for just an hour, an afternoon or a whole day, and each route is great for walking, running or cycling, with many traversable at any time of year. Go out there and see for yourself – there is a wonderful network of waterways just waiting to be explored in parts of London you hardly knew existed.

Die Nautischen Instrumente bis zur Erfindung des Spiegelsextanten (German, Hardcover): Arthur Breusing Die Nautischen Instrumente bis zur Erfindung des Spiegelsextanten (German, Hardcover)
Arthur Breusing
R924 Discovery Miles 9 240 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes - A History of Passenger Steamships on the Inland Seas (Paperback): Joel Stone Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes - A History of Passenger Steamships on the Inland Seas (Paperback)
Joel Stone
R715 R640 Discovery Miles 6 400 Save R75 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Through much of the nineteenth century, steam-powered ships provided one of the most reliable and comfortable transportation options in the United States, becoming a critical partner in railroad expansion and the heart of a thriving recreation industry. The aesthetic, structural, and commercial peak of the steamboat era occurred on the Great Lakes, where palatial ships created memories and livelihoods for millions while carrying passengers between the region's major industrial ports of Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland, Buffalo, and Toronto. By the mid-twentieth century, the industry was in steep decline, and today North America's rich and entertaining steamboat heritage has been largely forgotten. In Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes, Joel Stone revisits this important era of maritime history, packed with elegance and adventure, politics and wealth, triumph and tragedy. This story of Great Lakes travelers and the beautiful fl oating palaces they engendered will engage historians and history buffs alike, as well as genealogists, regionalists, and researchers.

Scale Model Tugs (Paperback): Tom Gorman Scale Model Tugs (Paperback)
Tom Gorman
R607 Discovery Miles 6 070 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A practical illustrated guide to making scale model tug boats, offering information and guidance in line with the very latest developments in tug technology and design, and modern advances in model building. It covers scratch building, kits and mixing the two. The first six chapters are devoted to tugs in general, arranged by the duties for which each type of tug is designed. Subsequent chapters cover the details of scale modelling. This book is an enlargement and substantial revision of the tug material which appeared in the author's previous book Scale Model Tugs & Trawlers (Nexus Special Interests, 1999). Illustrated with original photographs and plans, it has been compiled from a wealth of practical experience and material gathered by experienced professional ship modeller Tom Gorman.

The Once-Ubiquitous Paddle Steamer (Hardcover): John Hannavy The Once-Ubiquitous Paddle Steamer (Hardcover)
John Hannavy
R341 Discovery Miles 3 410 Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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