Great Maritime Routes - An Illustrated History

This is the first book to be devoted to the great maritime routes of history, from the legendary voyages of Ulysses to the journeys of the vast ocean-going oil tankers of today. It is wonderfully illustrated with prints, engravings, line drawings, and maps. This magnificent book not only evokes the eternally fascinating world of the sea and ships and fabulous voyages of the past, but also presents the reader with a wealth of historical facts, from stories of adventure and exploration to technical details of trade, geography, and naval affairs...