The Book of Ships, Laurence Dunn, 1968, First Edition

A wonderfully illustrated first edition copy of The Book of Ships by Laurence Dunn, published in 1968 as part of the Classics of Transportation series. Bound in its striking sunshine-yellow cloth boards, this charming volume traces the history of ships from early Viking longships to modern ocean liners, brought to life through beautifully detailed full-colour illustrations and elegant line drawings throughout.

Part reference book, part work of art, each page celebrates our enduring relationship with the sea. From towering sailing vessels and merchant ships to nautical instruments, anchors and maritime curiosities, it is a book to be enjoyed as much for its illustrations as its stories.

A wonderful addition to a coastal cottage bookshelf, a thoughtful gift for sailors and sea-lovers, or a beautiful decorative object for anyone drawn to maritime history and adventure.

First Edition, 1968
Author: Laurence Dunn
Publisher: Macdonald, London