Ships of the Great Lakes: 300 Years of Navigation
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (631 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1882376269 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Barry's newest title, Old Forts of the Great Lakes: Sentinels in the Wilderness, continues the tradition of comprehensively researched and dramatically presented titles about the Great Lakes and their history. It includes 149 black-and-white photographs of wrecks from the late 19th century as well as the 20th century. Seven of his previous books have dealt with various aspects of the Lakes. Barry's other published books include: Ships o
James Barry made his first voyage on a lake freighter at the age of eight, and soon afterward learned to sail in a Mackinaw boat. The author includes a comprehensive bibliography, notes, and an index. Seven of his previous books have dealt with various aspects of the Lakes. It includes 149 black-and-white photographs of wrecks from the late 19th century as well as the 20th century. Barry's newest title, Old Forts of the Great Lakes: Sentinels in the Wilderness, continues the tradition of comprehensively resear
The fur trade, naval battles, the rise and fall of the great passenger ships, and the development of huge cargo carriers are portrayed in vivid detail. The text, historic drawings and photos portray every vessel and event of importance in 300 years of ships and men on the Great Lakes.. A classic long out of print, the volume is now available in this revised and expanded edition, which portrays the sweep of history on the Great Lakes through story and illustration. The history of the Great Lakes is seen through the eyes of the courageous men who sailed the Lakes as well as through the sharp eyes of travelers such as Margaret Fuller and Charles Dickens. From the Indian canoe to the largest ships, this fascinating book carries the reader through three centuries of marine growth and adventure on the Great Lakes
K. Norton said This book provides excellent coverage of the maritime history of the Great Lakes. This book provides excellent coverage of the maritime history of the Great Lakes. I bought it for a class but it's good enough that I'll keep and probably re-read it again.. stupendous! Fun to browse and better to read. Moved back to mi and doing a screenplay with a few scenes about the lumber ships.perfect for the adventurer in you.