Tales of Watchet Harbour

Norman, W.H.: 1988 UK, softcover, 150 pages, illustrated. “Tales of Watchet Harbour” by W. H. (Ben) Norman is a local maritime history of the Somerset port of Watchet, blending short narratives about ships, lifeboatmen, trade, and colourful harbour characters across roughly a thousand years of seafaring activity. It highlights episodes such as ships built at Watchet between the late 18th and mid‑19th centuries and anecdotal harbour lore, presenting the port’s evolution and community through vivid, story‑driven sketches. ISBN 9780951084205 0951084208 In very good condition