Ships of the seven seas by Hawthorne Daniel

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Author Daniel, Hawthorne, 1890-1981
Author of introduction, etc. Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945
Illustrator Rigney, Francis J. (Francis Joseph), 1882-1962
LoC No. 25008346
Title Ships of the seven seas
Original Publication Garden City: Doubleday, Page & company, 1925.
Note Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Bob Taylor, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Ships of the Seven Seas" by Hawthorne Daniel is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the evolution of ships throughout history, beginning with the earliest forms of watercraft and leading up to modern advancements in shipbuilding. The narrative reveals the impact of maritime development on civilization, suggesting that ships have been critical to trade, exploration, and cultural exchange across continents. The opening of the book discusses the foundational significance of ships in shaping societies and facilitating exploration. Daniel reflects on the primitive beginnings of sailing vessels, detailing how ancient peoples gradually transitioned from simple rafts and canoes to more sophisticated ships that drove empires and traded goods. He emphasizes the crucial role of ships in connecting distant lands, the evolution of design, and the technological advancements in navigation and construction that have occurred over the centuries. Through vivid descriptions, he sets the stage for exploring the profound legacy of these vessels in global history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class VM: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
Subject Ships
Category Text
EBook-No. 72859
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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