American Ships

Laing, A: 1971 USA, hardcover with dust jacket 536 pages, illustrated. Alexander Laing surveys the evolution of American watercraft from ancient Indigenous traditions—such as early Arctic whaling—through the age of sail, steam, and modern maritime development, combining narrative history with extensive illustrations. Published by American Heritage Press in 1971, the substantial volume offers a broad, richly detailed account of ships and seafaring across the American continents. ISBN 07035846x In very good condition