De Aller-Bedste Bøger - over 12 mio. danske og engelske bøger
Levering: 1 - 2 hverdage

A History of Sailing in 100 Objects

Bag om A History of Sailing in 100 Objects

The book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing explored through a hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and saling boats. From the earliest water-borne craft, through magnificent Viking warships, to the technology that powers some of the most sophisticated modern yachts, the book also covers key developments such as keeps, and navigational aids, including the astrolabe, sextant, and compass. Other more apparently esoteric objects from all around the world are also explored, including the importance of citrus fruit in the prevention of scurvy, scrimshaw made from whalebone, and the meaning of sailor''s tattoos.

Vis mere
  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781472918857
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 224
  • Udgivet:
  • 25. august 2016
  • Størrelse:
  • 254x201x26 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 958 g.
Leveringstid: Ukendt - mangler pt.

Beskrivelse af A History of Sailing in 100 Objects

The book provides a fascinating insight into the history of sailing explored through a hundred objects that have been pivotal in the development of sailing and saling boats. From the earliest water-borne craft, through magnificent Viking warships, to the technology that powers some of the most sophisticated modern yachts, the book also covers key developments such as keeps, and navigational aids, including the astrolabe, sextant, and compass. Other more apparently esoteric objects from all around the world are also explored, including the importance of citrus fruit in the prevention of scurvy, scrimshaw made from whalebone, and the meaning of sailor''s tattoos.

Brugerbedømmelser af A History of Sailing in 100 Objects



Find lignende bøger
Bogen A History of Sailing in 100 Objects findes i følgende kategorier: