This book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of sailing ships of war. The author, Dr. Frank Howard, has done an excellent job in describing the subject matter, and the technical drawings and photos included in the book are truly impressive.

The book is a first edition published in 1979 by Conway Maritime Press Limited. It weighs 1500g and has a dust jacket....BOOK IS IN VG+ CONDITION, TIGHTLY BOUND, VERY CLEAN,NO INSCRIPTIONS OR MARKINGS... DUSTWRAPPER ALSO VG+ CONDITION,CLEAN AND COMPLETE,NOT PRICE CLIPPED... PLEASE SEE THE PHOTOS FOR DETAILS OF THE CONTENTS... Sent post free.