Sail Training and Cadet Ships

Underhill, H.A.: 1993 Glasgow, hardcover without dustjacket 373 pages, with photo's and 45 folding-out plans. A comprehensive historical account of vessels used for sail training, detailing the stories of nearly 250 ships from the 19th century onward, including merchant ships, brigantines, and barques, with emphasis on their roles in training crews and notable incidents like wrecks and sinkings. The book features extensive illustrations, photographs, and folding plans of various ships, serving as an exhaustive reference praised for its research depth and appeal to maritime enthusiasts. ISBN 9780851741758 In very good condition