Brian Lavery Libri

From the earliest dugout canoes and the boats of the Ancient Egyptians, to the most technologically advanced modern battleships and cruise-liners, this is the ultimate guide to every aspect of the ship, and those who have sailed them. Embark on an epic voyage to find out all about the endeavours of the great explorers as they mapped the globe, and see the impact ships have had on trade and industry across the years. Learn about the dramatic historical conflicts in which ships played a vital role, and take a look at seafaring for pleasure and trace fishing through the ages. This new compact edition is produced in association with the National Maritime Museum, and features every conceivable type of sea-going vessel, from caravels and galleons, warships and yachts to clippers and cruise-liners. Previous edition ISBN 9781405353366

This, the first of a two-volume study, outlines the history and technical development of the battlefleet from 1650-1850. The story of the line-of-battle ship is described in terms of individual vessels and classes, highlighting the factors influencing specific changes in design.

HMS Surprise, the iconic ship from Patrick O'Brian's "Aubrey-Maturin" series, also has a rich historical background in the French and British navies. This volume explores its complete career history and provides commentary on its dual roles.

An essential guide to Nelson's Navy for all those with an interest in the workings of the greatest fleet of the sailing era.

This volume is devoted to technical developments in hull design, consstruction, rigging, armament and fittings of the sailing warship in the Royal Navy.

Prequel to the author's 40,000-copy bestseller Nelson's Navy

A new paperback edition of a now well-established work. Close-ups, details and thematic spreads that shed unique light on the process of warship contruction. In-depth captioning, annotations and an authoritative text.

Foreword by Patrick O'Brien The most successful Conway Maritime title, this book is the perfect guide to Nelson's Navy for all those with an interest in the workings of the great fleet. The book is eminently readable and is the first single-volume work to cover in such depth this vast and complex subject. Written by one of the world's leading authorities on the sailing navy the book contains considerable original research to give a clear and authentic picture of the Senior Service as a whole. With a foreword by one of the most successful maritime fiction authors of the current age, the book is also of interest to all those with enthusiasm for the literature based on the Nelsonic-era.

Focusing on the design and construction of Jack Aubrey's preferred ship, this limited-edition hardcover delves into both historical and fictional aspects of naval careers. It features insights into the ship's significance in maritime history, complemented by a signed print from artist Geoff Hunt. The book provides a unique blend of naval architecture and literary exploration, appealing to enthusiasts of both history and fiction.