32-Gun Frigate Essex (Anatomy of the Ship)
Portia Takakjian was a professional ship modeller who before devoting herself to modelling and to maritime research was a book illustrator. Her early training is apparent in the quality of the draughtsmanship displayed in this book. Her ships' plans collection is held by Mystic Seaport, The Museum of America and the Sea.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.