War-Ships: A Textbook On The Construction, Protection, Stability, Turning, Etc., Of War Vessels (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430447238)

War-Ships: A Textbook On The Construction, Protection, Stability, Turning, Etc., Of War Vessels is a comprehensive guide to the design and construction of warships. Written by Edward L. Attwood, a naval architect and engineer, this textbook covers all aspects of warship design, including the materials used, the principles of stability, the protection of the ship from enemy fire, and the methods of turning and maneuvering the vessel. The book is intended for use by students of naval architecture, as well as by naval officers and engineers involved in the design and construction of warships. It includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers understand the complex concepts involved in warship design. Overall, War-Ships is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the construction and operation of warships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward L. Attwood
ISBN-10: 1430447230
ISBN-13: 9781430447238
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d