num_pages: 318
description: Provides a detailed look into the history and technical development of the sailing vessels from a primitive beginning to the present day. Includes sail powered warships, merchant ships, and smaller craft used for fishing and coastal trading. Illustrated throughout by renowned technical artist John Batchelor including stamps and rare photographs.
language: English
title: The Complete Encyclopedia of Sailing Ships: 2000 BC - 2006 AD
titlecomplete: The Complete Encyclopedia of Sailing Ships: 2000 BC - 2006 AD
genres: Maritime, History, Nonfiction, Reference
ratings_count: 15
publisher: Chartwell Books