Classic Warships |
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Author:
| Mavrikis, Peter |
Series title: | What's Inside? Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-5081-4609-4 |
Publication Date: | Dec 2015 |
Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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Imprint: | PowerKids Press |
Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $31.93 |
Book Description:
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In this high-interest book, readers look inside the world of classic warships. Through vivid diagrams that come alive on the pages and fascinating facts about pre-1900 warships such as the HMS Victory and the CSS Alabama, readers learn all about life on the high seas and battles between countries and even against pirates. This information-rich, visually dynamic text gives readers a deep understanding about how classic warships tamed the open seas. From wooden vessels from the 1500s to...
More DescriptionIn this high-interest book, readers look inside the world of classic warships. Through vivid diagrams that come alive on the pages and fascinating facts about pre-1900 warships such as the HMS Victory and the CSS Alabama, readers learn all about life on the high seas and battles between countries and even against pirates. This information-rich, visually dynamic text gives readers a deep understanding about how classic warships tamed the open seas. From wooden vessels from the 1500s to triple-decker and ironclad ships from the 1800s, these ships explored and patrolled newfound areas and engaged in some of the most epic sea battles in history.