Victoria's Navy - the Heyday Of Steam

Naval Institute Press, 1981-05-01. Hardcover. Very Good. Annapolis, 1981; blue cloth covered boards; edge and corner wear; g;ossy illustrated jacket with edge wear; 8vo, 7 3/4" to 9 3/4" tall; illustrated end papers; illustrated; interior is clean and unmarked; 159 pages.

(Subject: Naval & Maritime: Ships, Submarines & Other Vessels - General) Covering the period 1830-1870, the author looks at the technological developments, the new type of professional sailor, the Royal Family's interest and activities in Navy matters and finally an account of sea power in action at that time. The book is profusely illustrated by prints and photographs from… Read more about this item