The story of the fastest ocean liner ever built, the 35knot American superliner, SS United States.
William H. Miller Bücher
Dieser Autor ist ein herausragender Historiker und Schriftsteller, der sich der Ära der Ozeandampfer widmet. Sein umfangreiches Werk befasst sich mit der Geschichte und dem Glanz großer Passagierschiffe und fängt deren goldenes Zeitalter ein. Seine Schriften bieten einen detaillierten Einblick in diese majestätischen Schiffe und ihren Platz in der Geschichte.
The Liners
- 160 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Book by Miller, William, McAuley, Rob
Floating Palaces: The Great Atlantic Liners
- 128 Seiten
- 5 Lesestunden
Exploring the opulence of the Floating Palaces, this book delves into the grandeur of transatlantic liners that epitomized both artistry and transportation. Through vivid illustrations and engaging text, it captures the unique blend of luxury and innovation that defined these majestic vessels, highlighting their architectural beauty and cultural significance in maritime history.
Disasters at Sea
Every Ocean-Going Passenger Ship Catastrophe Since 1900 - Second Edition Updated and Expanded by William H. Miller
- 216 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
This expanded edition provides a record of every passenger liner that has come to grief this century, including the Titanic and the Queen Elizabeth, as well as the less publicized ships. It charts the losses decade by decade and describes the circumstances leading to their destruction.
The story of one of America's greatest ocean liners, with chapters on the creation of the superliner, the passengers who travelled on the ship and information on the crossings and cruises.
The Fabulous Interiors of the Great Ocean Liners in Historic Photographs
- 170 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Some 200 superb photographs -- in long shots and close-ups -- capture exquisite interiors of world’s great "floating palaces" -- 1890s to 1980s: Titanic, �le de France, Queen Elizabeth, United States, Europa, more. Informative captions provide key details.
193 black and white photographs covering the years from 1897-1927.
