From Baird Maritime:
Perhaps a more accurate sub-title would have been "British Coastal Vessels of the 1930's to 1970's". The ships described, therefore are generally small, British and no longer trading.
This does not make them any less interesting. This is a fine collection of fascinating vessels going about their business. Every one is accompanied by a clear colour photograph. Each has a succinct specification and a brief biography.
Sadly, few of the ships and very few of their builders are still with us. This book very effectively reinforces the rapid rate of change that is common to the shipping industry.
A very interesting "passing parade" of British coastal cargo ships and working craft such as dredgers has been captured here.
Ordering Information:
Ian Allan Publishing