Passenger Liners from Germany: 1816-1990

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pp. 192, b/w and colour illustrations, marbled endpapers. “In some 300 large-size illustrations, this book shows the whole development of German passenger ships from the first paddle steamers on rivers and lakes, via the early ocean liners still equipped with auxiliary sails and the luxury high-speed steamers before and between the World Wars, to the great car ferries and dream ships of our times. The ocean cruise ships, river steamers and railroad carriers are also shown, as well as their most impressive interior decor and unique scenes from life on board. Much of the photographic material has never before been published. Technical details are included as well as the history and fate of the ships.”

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Book Information

ISBN 0887403255
ISBN13 9780887403255
Number of pages 192
Original Title Passenger Liners from Germany: 1816-1990
Published Date 1991
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 4to
Place of Publication West Chester, Pennsylvania
Edition First edition
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Description

pp. 192, b/w and colour illustrations, marbled endpapers. “In some 300 large-size illustrations, this book shows the whole development of German passenger ships from the first paddle steamers on rivers and lakes, via the early ocean liners still equipped with auxiliary sails and the luxury high-speed steamers before and between the World Wars, to the great car ferries and dream ships of our times. The ocean cruise ships, river steamers and railroad carriers are also shown, as well as their most impressive interior decor and unique scenes from life on board. Much of the photographic material has never before been published. Technical details are included as well as the history and fate of the ships.”

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Weight 2 kg