Description
Product ID: | 9781803991559 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Title: | The Evolution of the Passenger Ship |
Authors: | Author: Chris Frame, Rachelle Cross |
Page Count: | 192 |
Subjects: | History, Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900, History, History, Maritime history, Ships and boats: general interest, Travel guides: cruises, 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000, 21st century history: from c 2000 -, Maritime history, Ships & boats: general interest, Cruises, c 1800 to c 1900, 20th century, 21st century |
Description: | Select Guide Rating Exploring the rich history of modern-day cruising Take a voyage through the rich history of passenger ships. From mass migration through to luxury holidays, passenger shipping has played a central role in the collective human story. They have been at the forefront of innovative technology, leading to vessels capable of greater speed and safety, new luxuries, and increased scale and size. From the earliest days of using ships to transport people, through the development of the giant passenger transportation industry, to the huge cruise ships we see today, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into some of the most important evolutions that had a significant impact on passenger shipping. Accompanied by captivating photographs, The Evolution of the Passenger Ship explores the way ships were shaped over time and how they in turn helped to shape the world around them. |
Imprint Name: | The History Press Ltd |
Publisher Name: | The History Press Ltd |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2023-11-09 |