THE LAST BERTH OF THE SAILORMAN. By David and Elizabeth Wood.
1996 1st edition thus. Oblong 8vo paperback (208 x 149mm). Ppviii,80. B/w illustrations and location maps by George Skidmore, bibliography.
"Compiled for the Society of Sailing Barge Research, with text by David and Elizabeth Wood, with illustrations, and design layout by George Skidmore". This is a gazeteer of Thames sailing barges, in use, abandoned at moorings and rotting in creeks. The locations of the latter category of vessel are given, accompanied by sketch maps. All barges known to exist, in whatever condition, are listed, with concise details of each, and a sketch of their history. Good b/w illustrations by George Skidmore are included. An interesting and useful book.
"Compiled for the Society of Sailing Barge Research, with text by David and Elizabeth Wood, with illustrations, and design layout by George Skidmore". This is a gazeteer of Thames sailing barges, in use, abandoned at moorings and rotting in creeks. The locations of the latter category of vessel are given, accompanied by sketch maps. All barges known to exist, in whatever condition, are listed, with concise details of each, and a sketch of their history. Good b/w illustrations by George Skidmore are included. An interesting and useful book.
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48691
| Author | Wood (David and Elizabeth). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 48691 |
| ISBN | 0950051551 / 0950051551. |
| Book Description | Very good. |
| Book Cover | Paperback |
| Published Date | 1996 |
| Publisher | Society of Sailing Barge Research. |
| Place | Twickenham, Middlesex. |