clipper ships de macgregor david (28 resultados)

Condición: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardback. Condición: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Hardback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condición: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Corner clipped, some light wear to edges and corners of dustjacket, edges a little creased, some light wear to covers and spine, some wear to covers and spine, mainly edges and corners, corners a little worn, top and bottom of spine a little bumped and worn, a couple of small stains on cover, internally in good condition, pages crisp and clear, front end paper missing, inscription to a previous owner on half title page.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st ed. Sm 4to. v,154pp. Illus throughout including plans. Nicely illustrated, relatively modern book on the subject. Nice copy.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 154 pages, illustrated with photographs. This book is a landmark study that chronicles the transformation of the Royal Navy into a dominant global force during the age of sail. Covering the period from the aftermath of the English Civil War to the end of the Napoleonic Wars, Rodger explores the institutional development of the Navy, including its administration, logistics, and financing, alongside the social and cultural lives of sailors and officers. The book examines the Navy's influence on British politics, commerce, and imperial expansion, as well as its role in major battles and strategic campaigns. Through meticulous archival research and engaging narrative, Rodger reveals how naval power shaped Britain's national identity and global reach, offering a richly textured account of maritime history at its height. Original blue cloth, gilt lettered. Dusty edges. Ex Library. A nice clean copy. Size: 18 x 23 cms. Category: Varied Books; ISBN: 0852426186. ISBN/EAN: 9780852426180. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost. Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.

Hardback. Condición: Very Good. 1st Edition. Small Quarto Size [approx 17.5cm x 24cm]. Very Good condition in Very Good Dustjacket. DJ protected in our clear archival purpose-made plastic sleeve. A nice copy. Illustrated with black and white plates and drawings. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 154 pages.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. A hardback First Edition in Very Good condition, in a similar dustjacket. This book is in stock now, in our UK premises. Photos of our books are available on request (dustjacket and cover illustrations vary, and unless the image accompanying the listing is marked 'Bookseller Image', it is an Abebooks Stock Image, NOT our own). BUYERS OUTSIDE UK please also note the following: 1. shipping rates apply to packets of 750g and under, and should the packed weight of an item exceed this we reserve the right to ship via 'Economy', or request extra postage prior to fulfilling the order, or cancel 2. many countries apply import or other taxes - these are the buyers responsibility; we may ask for extra payment to cover any taxes which we have to pay 'up front' on the buyer's behalf.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. The book is in near fine condition and the complete d /w. has inconsequential edgewear.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. Hardcover in Fine condition with Fine dustwrapper. First edition, pp 154, b&w illustrations, index.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition. Dustwrapper, small 4to, pp154. Illustrated inc drawings and plans of use to the ship modeller. Fine in fine dustwrapper. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. Hard cover. Condition: fine in fine dust jacket. Illustrated inc drawings and plans of use to the ship modeller. Small 4to, pp154, 9"x 6.5" 1979. Published by Model and Allied. First edition. Hard Cover. Frontis, profuse b/w photos and illus. index, b/w illus. This mint unmarked copy is bound in cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling to the spine, tight, white, bright and square. The unclipped dust wrapper is in fine condition. A clipper was designed for a particular trade and to carry a specialised cargo, often accompanied by passengers, but always with the aim of achieving maximum speed. The cargo was frequently perishable of valuable and the ships that carried it could command high rates of freight. Lavishly illustrated throughout with photographs taken from private collections, many published here for the first time. There are also many scale drawings. Essential reading for maritime historians, ship modellers and transport enthusiasts alike. We pack our books properly and ship daily from the UK.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Both book and complete d / w. have only the most minor of defects.

No Binding. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. First Edition. Illstd with b&w photos. A name and small inscription in front endpaper. The dust jacket is fully intact, faint tape line along edges from a protective cover. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Condition Notes: Previous owners' name and date to the first blank; First edition (first printing). Hardback. Dust wrapper over blue boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 9" x 7" (0.8 kg); pp 154; Index; Includes: Deck plans; Black & white profiles; Black & white photographs; Maps; Appendix; || The book is on the shelf, ready to be appropriately packed, and posted from the pastoral paradise of Peasedown St. John, Bath, by a real bookseller in a real book shop - with my personal guarantee and beady eye on the Consumer Contracts Regulations. REMEMBER! Buying my copy means the book shop Jack Russells get their supper! My Book #192950 ||.

Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Condition Notes: Small ding to the upper panel at the join; First edition (first printing). Hardback. Dust wrapper over blue boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 9" x 7" (0.8 kg); pp 154; Index; Includes: Deck plans; Black & white profiles; Black & white photographs; Maps; Appendix; || The book is on the shelf, ready to be appropriately packed, and posted from the pastoral paradise of Peasedown St. John, Bath, by a real bookseller in a real book shop - with my personal guarantee and beady eye on the Consumer Contracts Regulations. REMEMBER! Buying my copy means the book shop Jack Russells get their supper! My Book #189573 ||.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition. Small Quarto. 23×17cm; 154pp. Blue paper boards with gilt title on spine. Binding square and tight. Neat dust jacket with very light general wear. Clean within. B/w figures and plates.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Original Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. First Edition. Sm.4to. 154pp. Illus throughout with photos and diagrams. Traces the development and characteristics of this class of ships. Excellent copy.

Hardback. Condición: Mint. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition. This mint unmarked copy is bound in cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling to the spine, tight, white, bright and square. The unclipped dust wrapper is in fine condition. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. Where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased charges will be quoted. A clipper was designed for a particular trade and to carry a specialised cargo, oftenaccompanied by passengers, but always with the aim of achieving maximum speed. The cargo was frequently perishable of valuable and the ships that carried could command high rates of freight. Lavishly illustrated throughout with photographs taken from private collections, many published here for the first time. There are also many scale drawings. Essential reading for maritime historians, ship modellers and transport enthusiasts alike. Ref SS3.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine.

Condición: Near Fine. 8vo. hardcover. 154pp. index, b/w illus. Near Fine. / Near Fine d/w.

Condición: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original navy cloth covers, gilt lettering to the spine. 8vo 9'' x 7'' 154 pp ISBN 0852426186. Monochrome illustrations throughout including drawings and plans. One small reference library stamp to the copyright page. Fine condition book, in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, unused new book. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0852426186 SHIPPING (Liners, Merchant).

Condición: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original navy cloth covers, gilt lettering to the spine. 8vo 9'' x 7'' 154 pp ISBN 0852426186. Monochrome illustrations throughout. Without any ownership markings. Fine condition book, in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, unused new book. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper and can easily be removed should you so wish. Member of the P.B.F.A. SAILING BOATS (Yachting).

hardcover. Condición: Good.

Hardcover. Condición: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

1979 UK, hardcover with dust jacket, 154 pages. Illustrated with photos and plans. The book Clipper Ships Âexplores the evolution and significance of clipper ships in maritime history, highlighting their design innovations and superior speed compared to other vessels. It details how these ships became symbols of trade and competition during the 19th century, particularly focusing on the contributions of British shipbuilders in response to American advancements in ship design. ISBN 0852426186 In very good condition.