The British Cruise Ship an Illustrated History 1844-1939

From William Makepeace Thackeray's first cruise to Egypt on a P&O vessel to the advent of World War Two, cruising had been a staple of the British shipping industry.

About the author

Ian Collard a well-known local author and has written many books on ocean liners and cargo ships, particularly those sailing out of Liverpool. Acknowledged as one of the local experts, he has even appeared on radio to tell of his times as an author. He lives in the Wirral, within sight and sound of the Mersey.

Summary

From William Makepeace Thackeray's first cruise to Egypt on a P&O vessel to the advent of World War Two, cruising had been a staple of the British shipping industry.

Product details

• Authors: Ian Collard
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.12.2013
• EAN: 9781445621210
• ISBN: 978-1-4456-2121-0
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 167 mm x 246 mm x 15 mm
• Weight: 421 g
• Subjects: Guides > Motor vehicles, aircraft, ships, space travel > Ships; Humanities, art, music > History > 20th century (up to 1945)