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Menhaden steamers were double framed, heavily built offshore
fishing boats in use during much of the 20th century. As the name
implies, they were used to catch menhaden, a member of the herring
family used for bait, oil, and fertilizer. Powered by diesel or
steam hundreds of these boats fished the waters of the eastern
United States, from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico. It was a huge
industry employing thousands of people working. During the World
Wars many menhaden steamers were pressed into service for the U.S.
Navy, searching for submarines among other duties. Today these
boats are gone, the plants mostly closed or torn down, and the men
retired, but this new book, by boat modeler Steve Rogers, captures
the memory of the boat, and allows the reader to recreate it in
1/2-inch scale, resulting in a 56-inch model. With clear drawings,
plans, and step-by-step illustrated instructions, the reader moves
from carving the hull master, through the authentic steps of
construction, to the final painting and rigging of the boat. The
result is a model that commemorates a bygone period of maritime
history and reflects traditional craftmanship by the proud builder.
Menhaden steamers were double framed, heavily built offshore
fishing boats in use during much of the 20th century. As the name
implies, they were used to catch menhaden, a member of the herring
family used for bait, oil, and fertilizer. Powered by diesel or
steam hundreds of these boats fished the waters of the eastern
United States, from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico. It was a huge
industry employing thousands of people working. During the World
Wars many menhaden steamers were pressed into service for the U.S.
Navy, searching for submarines among other duties. Today these
boats are gone, the plants mostly closed or torn down, and the men
retired, but this new book, by boat modeler Steve Rogers, captures
the memory of the boat, and allows the reader to recreate it in
1/2-inch scale, resulting in a 56-inch model. With clear drawings,
plans, and step-by-step illustrated instructions, the reader moves
from carving the hull master, through the authentic steps of
construction, to the final painting and rigging of the boat. The
result is a model that commemorates a bygone period of maritime
history and reflects traditional craftmanship by the proud builder.
Menhaden steamers were double framed, heavily built offshore
fishing boats in use during much of the 20th century. As the name
implies, they were used to catch menhaden, a member of the herring
family used for bait, oil, and fertilizer. Powered by diesel or
steam hundreds of these boats fished the waters of the eastern
United States, from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico. It was a huge
industry employing thousands of people working. During the World
Wars many menhaden steamers were pressed into service for the U.S.
Navy, searching for submarines among other duties. Today these
boats are gone, the plants mostly closed or torn down, and the men
retired, but this new book, by boat modeler Steve Rogers, captures
the memory of the boat, and allows the reader to recreate it in
1/2-inch scale, resulting in a 56-inch model. With clear drawings,
plans, and step-by-step illustrated instructions, the reader moves
from carving the hull master, through the authentic steps of
construction, to the final painting and rigging of the boat. The
result is a model that commemorates a bygone period of maritime
history and reflects traditional craftmanship by the proud builder.
Many old workboats still exist today, though in this age of
fiberglass they are an endangered species. To many, the skill and
craftsmanship of the builders who made them will never be
forgotten. There is a talent that borders on art in creating a
wooden hull from straight pieces of lumber. Steve Rogers keeps the
art alive in miniature, with his beautiful models of these old wood
boats. Through his work he demonstrates an appreciation for the
design and construction of these boats, plus a gentle nostalgia for
the times that they represent. In Model Boat Building Made Simple,
Steve shares his techniques with the reader. A professional artist,
Steve uses drawings and step-by-step color photographs and captions
to make the process easily understood and followed. The materials
needed can be bought at hobby shops, lumber yards, and hardware
stores, and the tools are basic. Steve passes his years of
experience on to the reader in a way that allows even the novice
model builder to complete a fine model-a simple, yet elegant
skiff-incorporating many of the original construction techniques.
"The one who reads this is blessed, and those who hear the words of
this prophecy and keep what is written in it are blessed, because
the time is near " --Revelation 1:3 (HCSB)
Respected Bible teacher and beloved pastor Adrian Rogers takes
readers on a breathtaking journey through the "blessing book" of
Revelation with "Unveiling the End Times in Our Time." Indeed,
Revelation offers every Christian believer a dramatic and
hope-filled overview of what the end of days will be like.
Although some think Revelation is confusing, or even scary, with
its talk of dragons and beasts, the text contains a proper
understanding of where his- tory is headed. Rogers makes clear how
the signs of the times already reveal God's plan for bringing his
people to full redemption, empowering us to live boldly while
expecting the return of King Jesus as the triumphant Lamb.
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The Fear
Steve Rogers
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R466
Discovery Miles 4 660
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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At age 59, author STEVE ROGERS has played golf for 48 of those
years. His love of the game inspired him to write this novel, told
by a narrator who has Alzheimer's disease. Lost in Love Grass shows
the author's lifetime love of the game and his keen observations of
human behavior. Having previously written two children's books, he
wanted to prove he could write a "big boy" book. Former football
star with the Oakland Raiders and New England Patriots, Mark van
Eeghen wrote, "What an absolutely fun read! The story unfolded
beautifully and I'm thrilled Steve included me in the book. It's a
good thing he is a far better writer than a golfer!" "I enjoyed
each and every page of the book. It made me laugh out loud.The
writing is reminiscent of Jack Kerouac." - Ginny Walsh, retired
public school teacher, Worcester, Mass. "This is the ultimate 'golf
guy' book. It is sarcastic, pessimistic, bawdy, self-deprecating
and dark. There are lots of adjectives that fit into the
description. How about earthy, gritty, rough with all the divots
replaced." - Bob Black, visiting professor at Massachusetts
Maritime Author STEVE ROGERS has pledged 20 percent of the profi ts
of this book to four Massachusetts charities. He is an insurance
company territory manager and lives with his wife of 38 years,
Elaine, in Cape Cod, Mass., and Naples, Florida. They have two
sons, Tom and Tim, and three grandchildren; Lily, Charlie and
Ellie.
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