PUBLICATIONS - Member Publications - titles D-H only
In this section we list some of the wonderful books authored or published independently by various World Ship Society members. A listing here does not constitute an endorsement of the item. Books are listed in alphabetical order by title, (ignore the word "The" at the beginning of a title), along with important technical information gleaned from the book itself, or from the author and/or publisher. Books listed in this section are not published by the World Ship Society, and therefore are not available through the Society (unless specifically noted). We suggest you contact a good maritime-oriented book-seller for details on price and availability.
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The intent of this section is to showcase some of the excellent books published independently by some of our members. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY NOTED, NONE OF THE ITEMS ARE PUBLISHED BY THE WORLD SHIP SOCIETY, AND THEREFORE ARE NOT AVAILABLE FROM OUR SOCIETY.
Danish Ship Design 1936-1991: The work of Kay Fisker and Kay Korbing
Author: Bruce Peter, ISBN: 1 871947 72 3. Ref: 8447, Publisher: Ferry Publications, Feb 2004
A 'magnum opus' on modernism in Danish ferry and liner interiors by Bruce Peter, has now been published by Ferry Publications. It is a magnificent production with hundreds of never-before-seen colour and black/white images, a 40,000 word text based entirely on original research, appendices and index. Unlike Passenger Liners Scandinavian Style, this one is a softback and the two complement each other very well as this is a much more focused production about the works of three specific designers (two in particular). The book covers the complete works of Kay Fisker, Palle Suenson and Kay Koerbing for DFDS, DSB, Tor Line, Norwegian America and DS paa Bornholm af 1866. All the ships are thoroughly illustrated outside and in and the pictures are of high quality by some of Denmark's best architectural photographers THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Ferry Publications. Contact your favourite maritime book seller for availability and prices.
Author: Søren Thorsøe, et al, ISBN: 87 984305 0 5, Ref: 8064, Publisher: Dannebrog Rederi A/S, Apr 1993 (in association with the World Ship Society) Not a WSS publication. Status: Out of Print
The history of another distinguished Danish company. 208 pages. 149 ships, most photographed. Although not published by the World Ship Society, this superb case bound book has been published by Dannebrog Rederi A/S, who have kindly made copies available for sale to Society members. Written in English, the book celebrates 110 years of shipowning, and begins with a frank account of the company's fortunes by its present manager. At one time the largest Danish tramp shipowner, Dannebrog has been involved in a fascinating variety of ventures, from cargo liner services to offshore supply and from running livestock carriers to managing its own shipyard. The stars of the book, however, are the 149 owned and managed ships. Comprehensive details and a thorough history are given for each, and all except one (which was cancelled) are illustrated, usually with more than one photograph showing the ship at different stages in her career. The large format of the book and the art paper used does full justice to the many excellent photogrpahs. The fleet has been extremely varied, and has included Baltic and ocean-going dry cargo ships, steam and motor coasters, coastal and ocean tankers, offshore supply vessels, livestock carriers, heavy lift ships, ro-ros and a car ferry. There is much additional information including detailed accounts of individual ships' war service, and the fascinating story of the "fake" KRONBORG and her attempt to supply the German cruiser KÉNIGSBERG in 1915.
Covers the careers of one of the Union Steam Ship Company of New Zealand's best known ships and of her master. Also gives a general survey of the Union Comapny and the New Zealand shipping scene from 1900 to 1940. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies available from the publishers, Dunmore Press Ltd., PO Box 5115, Palmerston North, New Zealand, or from the author.
Author: Gerrit J. de Boer, ISBN: ???, Ref: 8092, Publisher:
A4. 216 pages, including 8 in colour. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Available from Ships in Focus Publications, 18 Franklands, Longton, Preston PR4 5PD, UK
The book describes the dramatic voyage of the newly built Bremen barque LIBELLE during the years 1864 to 1866 from Bremerhaven via Cape Horn and Honolulu to Hong Kong, from there to San Francisco and again Honolulu until she stranded and was lost on Wake Island in the Central Pacilfic en-route to Hong Kong. On board was a valuable cargo consisting of gold, silver, and mercury; among the passengers was the famous English opera singer Anna Bishop, wife of the composer Sir Henry Bishop ("Home Sweet Home"). The passengers and most of the crew were rescued by the skills of the first mate of the barque who sailed with them in a small boat from Wake Island to the Marianas.
Complete details of this interesting book and the other books authored by Dr. Peter-Michael Pawlik, plus ordering instructions can be found on the member's website at http://www.peter-michael-pawlik.de
One of many books authored by WSS member David K. Brown which is genuinely outstanding with high academic value but are also accessible to the amateur. David, who is genuinely recognised for his knowledge worldwide is to be congratulated for bringing the "mysteries" of warship design and development to non-technical layman. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Conway Maritime Press. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
One of many books authored by WSS member David K. Brown which is genuinely outstanding with high academic value but are also accessible to the amateur. David, who is genuinely recognised for his knowledge worldwide is to be congratulated for bringing the "mysteries" of warship design and development to non-technical layman. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Conway Maritime Press. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
One of many books authored by WSS member David K. Brown which is genuinely outstanding with high academic value but are also accessible to the amateur. David, who is genuinely recognised for his knowledge worldwide is to be congratulated for bringing the "mysteries" of warship design and development to non-technical layman. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Conway Maritime Press. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Book is in German. 105 mm x 200 mm. 924 pages. Soft cover. For a list of books by this WSS member, go to http://www.gudverlag.de THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Detlefsens illustriertes Schiffsregister 2001/2 is an illustrated register of all vessels currently owned or operated by German companies. The lists contain all relevant information (ship's name, call sign, all ex-names, home port, flag, owner, type of ship, y.o.b., shipyard, construction number, registry, grt, dwt, TEU, volume of cargo holds, length, beam, draught, height to main deck, no. of holds, measurements of holds, engine type, speed). Easily understandable for non-German speakers. Excellent photographs and printing quality.Detlefsens illustriertes Schiffsregister 2003/4 is planned for early 2004. 10.5 cm x 19.8 cm, portrait format. 1032 pages, 2348 photos. Paperback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Available from the author at suggested retail price of € 50 (plus p&p). Contact Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928476 17 4, Ref: 8105, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. Book now OUT-OF-PRINT. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 1 (currently listed as not available): Ernst Russ, Hamburg; Bernhard Howald, Flensburg/Hamburg; Gebr. Petersen, Flensburg; Seereederei “Frigga” AG, Hamburg; Ragnar Nilsson, Wismar; Ernst Rickertsen, Hamburg; Andreas J. Zachariassen, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, Out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 19 0, Ref: 8106, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 2 (currently listed as not available): Schulte & Bruns, Papenburg/Emden; W. Bruns, Leer; Schiffahrtskontor Gebr. Winter, Jork; Tankreederei Julius Schindler, Hamburg; Robert Müller, Hamburg; Weidtmann & Ballin, Hamburg; Larsen-Reederei, Flensburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 25 5, Ref: 8094, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hardcover. [review by Oliver Sesemann]. Shipping companies described in Volume 3 (currently listed as not available): Carl Robert Eckelmann, Hamburg; John T. Essberger, Hamburg; Johann Kahrs, Stade; Ewald Ottens, Cuxhaven; Friedrich and Manfred Preukschat, Danzig/Flensburg/Kiel; Reederei Richard Schröder, Rostock; Otto Wiggers, Rostock. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 26 3, Ref: 8107, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 4 (currently listed as not available): Reederei Fried. Krupp, Essen/Krupp Seeschiffahrt GmbH, Hamburg; Bd. Blumenfeld, Hamburg; Hamburg-Atlantik-Linie, Hamburg; J. Jost, Flensburg; Gebr. Ulmann, Hamburg; Peter Witthein, Itzehoe. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 27 1, Ref: 8095, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 18 or more volumes in this series. Each volume deals with five to eight companies. Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann]. Shipping companies described in Volume 5 (currently listed as not available): C. Mackprang jr., Flensburg; Nordstern Reederei GmbH, Hamburg; Reederei “NORD” Klaus E. Oldendorff GmbH, Hamburg/Limassol; F.G. Reinhold, Danzi/Hamburg; A. Kirsten, Hamburg incl. Hamburg-Pacific-Dampfschiffs-Linie and Hamburg-Calcutta-Linie AG. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 33 6, Ref: 8108, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies. Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 6(currently listed as not available): Wilhelm Anton Riedemann, Geestemünde; Deutsch-Amerikanische Petroleum Import GmbH, Hamburg; Baltisch-Amerikanische Petroleum Import GmbH, Danzig; Waried Tankschiff Rhederei, Hamburg; Esso Tankschiff Reederei, Hamburg; Taucher Flint/M.A. Flint, Hamburg; A.F. Harmstorf & Co., Hamburg; Helmut Bastian, Bremen; „Trimar“ Schiffahrtskontor, Hamburg; Lyndaret-Reederei, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 35 2, Ref: 8096, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 7 (currently listed as not available): Bernhard Schulte, Hamburg; Johannes Ick, Danzig; L.F. Matthies & Co./Matthies Reederei, Hamburg; J.H.T. Schupp, Hamburg; Deutscher Seeverkehr Dr. Erich Lübbert/Rohstoff-Einfuhr-Gesellschaft, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 40 9, Ref: 8097, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 8: H. Peters, Hamburg; J.A. Reinecke, Hamburg; TT-Line, Hamburg; Olau-Linie, Hamburg; Aquarius seereederei Edgar Leicher, Hamburg; Hinrich Witt, Hamburg; Ölhandels- & Transport, Bremen. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author, Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 50 6, Ref: 8098, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 9: Leonhardt & Blumberg, Hamburg; Leonhardt Schiffahrt, Hamburg; ernst Komrowski, Hamburg; Washbay-Linie, Hamburg; Deutsche Mobil Oil, Hamurg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), -- check for current pricing -- plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 52 2, Ref: 8099, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 10: Barthold Richters, Hamburg; Robert Bornhofen, Hamburg; Heinrich Bischoff, Hamburg; Deutsche Shell Tanker GmbH, Hamburg; Heinrich Schmidt Reederei, Flensburg; A. Hansen, Flensburg; Flensburger Reederei AG von 1961, Flensburg; Herrmann Wulff, Kollmar. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), — check with author for current pricing — plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 55 7, Ref: 8100, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 11: Union Partenreederei/Scipio & Co., Bremen; ernst Jacob, Flensburg; Carl W. Hansen Tankschiffahrt, Hamburg; “Hedwigshütte” Anthrazit-, Kohlen- und Kokswerke James Stevenson AG, Stettin; Ertel-Reederei, Hamburg; Rörd Braren, Kollmar; Heinrich Krohn, Travemünde; H. Reckmann, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), -- check with author for current pricing -- plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 56 5, Ref: 8101, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published 16 volumes in this series with no. 17 due for publication in October 2002. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann]. Shipping companies described in Volume 12: Johs. Fritzen & Sohn, Emden; Retzlaff-Reederei, Bremen; Otto A. Müller, Hamburg; Reedereien Erick resp. Joachim Drescher, Hamburg; Hamburger Lloyd Dr. Jürgen Bernhold, Hamburg; Otto and Helfried Fahje, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), check with author for current pricing -- plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 59 X, Ref: 8102, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published many volumes in this series. Each volume deals with five to eight companies. Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 13: H.M. Gehrckens, Hamburg; Ivers & Arlt, Königsberg/Bremen; H.P. Vith, Flensburg; H.W. Christophersen, Flensburg; Bereederungs-Alliance Flensburg GmbH; Reederei Friedrich A. Dietjen, Hamburg; Contimar Schlieker & Zander GmbH and Karl Gross, Brake/Bremen. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), -- check with author for current pricing -- plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 64 6, Ref: 8109, Publisher: Gert Uwe Deltlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published many volumes in this series. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann]. Shipping companies described in Volume 14 (currently listed as not available): Hermann Buss, Leer; Schlüssel-Reederei/Hansa Mare Reederei, Bremen; W. Bruns & Co., Hamburg; Bremer Reederei Bruno Bischoff & Co., Bremen; Lüder Bischoff, Bremen; Richard Bröhan, Hamburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 66 2, Ref: 8120, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published many volumes in this series. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 15 (currently listed as not available): F.A. Vinnen & Co., Bremen; Hafenrundfahrt AG/Kieler Verkehrs AG/Schlepp- und Fährgesellschaft Kiel mbH, Kiel; Flensburger Schiffsparten-Vereinigung AG, Flensburg; Lehmann-Reederei, Lübeck; See-Transit Schiffahrts- und Speditionsges. MbH, Duisburg. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. As of August 2002, out-of-print. Check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for possible availability and prices. Author's e-Mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 68 9, Ref: 8103, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. To date (summer 2002), the author has published many volumes in this series. Each volume deals with five to eight companies. Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 16: Alfred C. Toepfer Schiffahrtsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg; Herm. Dauelsberg, Bremen; Leo Adams Reederei, Hamburg; Peter Deilmann, Neustadt; Schiffahrts- und Speditionskontor Elbe, Hamburg; Taucher O. Wulff, Cuxhaven. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros) -- check with author for current pricing --, plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 68 9, Ref: 8104, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, 2002
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. Each volume deals with five to eight companies. Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 17: ): Globus-Reederei, Hamburg; H. Glahr & Co., Bremen; Jonny wesch, Jork/Hamburg; F.L. Nimtz, Stettin/Hamburg; Cassen Eils, Cuxhaven; Frank Dahl, Cuxhaven (planned content – may change). THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - suggested retail price € 60 (Euros), -- check with author for current pricing -- plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. E-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de for postage costs. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 69 7, Ref: 8112, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, 2003
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 18: Thomas Entz Tanker GmbH, Rendsburg; Heinz Freese, Drochtersen; Jüngerhans Reedereiverwaltung, Haren/Ems; Nordfriesische Reederei GmbH, Rendsburg (Zerssen & Co.); Reederei Claus-Peter Offen, Hamburg; Hans Peterson & Söhne, Rendsburg; plus more, yet to be announced. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author - expected retail price € 60 (Euros), plus postage and packing. Send cheque or cash together with order (no credit cards) to: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 82 4, Ref: 8553, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, 2005
Deutsche Reedereien describes the histories of German shipping companies and all their vessels. Each volume deals with five to eight companies.Author Gert Uwe Detlefsen has an in-depth knowledge of the German shipping scene as he has started his working life as an apprentice with the well-known, Flensburg-based Reederei Ernst Jacob. The author’s knowledge and many personal contacts to people of the industry are a great benefit to the readers of his well-researched work. Detlefsen describes the people behind companies’ names as well as business strategies and, of course, the ships. These are listed chronologically at the end of each company history, complete with international call sign, all relevant technical data and ship’s history. The lists are easily understandable even for non-German readers. The books written and published by WSS member Gert Uwe Detlefsen are renowned for the splendid choice of (monochrome) photographs and the excellent paper and printing quality. Also, reproduction of documents, technical drawings etc. is excellent. A4 portrait format. 200 pages, ca. 350 photos, drawings or illustrations. Hard cover. [review by Oliver Sesemann] Shipping companies described in Volume 18: Thomas Entz Tanker GmbH, Rendsburg; Heinz Freese, Drochtersen; Jüngerhans Reedereiverwaltung, Haren/Ems; Nordfriesische Reederei GmbH, Rendsburg (Zerssen & Co.); Reederei Claus-Peter Offen, Hamburg; Hans Peterson & Söhne, Rendsburg; plus more, yet to be announced. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SOCIETY. However, you may order direct from the author Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riihimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany. Or check with "Ships in Focus" Publications in the UK for availability and prices.
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: 3 928473 41 7, Ref: 8167, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Text in German. A4 (21 cm x 29.7 cm) portrait format. 148 pages with approx. 180-220 photos. Hard cover. Shipbuilding in the Federal Republic of Germany has produced a considerable number of series-built ships. Many of these series exceeded twelve vessels. The two volumes, Band 1 and 2, deliver in-depth descriptions and complete histories of the most successful series-built ship types. Nearly all vessels are pictured. Vol. 1 contains a comprehensive study of the history of series-built ships with special emphasis on those designed and built by German shipyards. It includes a list (alphabetically, by shipyard) of all cargo ships of which six or more units were built in Germany from 1950 until the 1990s. Additionally, this volume includes the complete history of the first German post-war series-built “Hansa-A”-type vessels. A4 (21 cm x 29.7 cm), portrait format, 148 pages each, ca. 180-220 photos, hard cover. The ship lists are easily understandable even for non-German speakers. Of additional interest are detailed captions which accompany the excellent monochrome photographs. Not included are those ships built by the J.J. Sietas shipyard, Peterswerft shipyard and Sürkenwerft shipyard. These are described in another compendium by this author: Register der deutschen Kümos sowie anderer Fracht- und Containerschiffe von 500 BRT bis 1600 BRT und bis 5000 BRZ (Chronological, illustrated list of all German coasters [500 - 5000 grt] between 1945 and 1995) (ISBN 3-928473-54-9). This work, consisting of 2 volumes (200 pages each), features the complete histories and technical data of 1,379 small ocean going and coastal vessels (bearing 2,833 names) which have flown the German flag since 8 May 1945 until 1995. It is illustrated by 545 monochrome photographs which are printed on high-quality paper . € 91.-plus p&p. [Review by Oliver Sesemann] THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Book is available from the author, Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riinimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany e-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de or enquire from "Ships In Focus" at sales@shipsinfocus.co.uk
Author: Gert Uwe Detlefsen, ISBN: ???, Ref: 8168, Publisher: Gert Uwe Detlefsen
Vol. 2 contains the histories and technical data of all series-built ships (by German shipyards) of the following types:- “Hansa B”, “Hansa C” (built by various int’l. and German shipyards), “German Liberty” (built by Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft shipyard, Bremer Vulkan shipyard and Rickmerswerft shipyard), “Typ 36/36L” (built by Seebeckwerft Bremerhaven shipyard), “Trampko” (built by Orenstein + Koppel shipyard and Schlichting shipyard), type “Rendsburg” (built by Werft Nobiskrug GmbH and Lindenau-Werft shipyards), container ship types “BV 1600/1800” (built by Bremer Vulkan shipyard), “RW 39/49” (built by Rickmers Werft shipyard), “Eco-Box” (built by Flensburger Schiffbaugesellschaft mbH shipyard). The ship lists are easily understandable even for non-German speakers. 148 pages, including c.180-2202 photos.A4 (21 cm x 29.7 cm) portrait format. Hard cover. Of additional interest are detailed captions which accompany the excellent monochrome photographs. Not included are those ships built by the J.J. Sietas shipyard, Peterswerft shipyard and Sürkenwerft shipyard. These are described in another compendium by this author: Register der deutschen Kümos sowie anderer Fracht- und Containerschiffe von 500 BRT bis 1600 BRT und bis 5000 BRZ (Chronological, illustrated list of all German coasters [500 - 5000 grt] between 1945 and 1995) (ISBN 3-928473-54-9). This work, consisting of 2 volumes (200 pages each), features the complete histories and technical data of 1,379 small ocean going and coastal vessels (bearing 2,833 names) which have flown the German flag since 8 May 1945 until 1995. It is illustrated by 545 monochrome photographs which are printed on high-quality paper . € 91.-plus p&p. [Review by Oliver Sesemann] THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Book is available from the author, Gert Uwe Detlefsen, Riinimäkistr. 38a, D-23795 Bad Segeberg, Germany e-mail: GUDVerlag@t-online.de or enquire from "Ships In Focus" at sales@shipsinfocus.co.uk
DFDS 1866-1991 — Ship Development through 125 yrs. (hardback)
Author: Søren Thorsøe, Peter Simonsen, Søren Krogh-Andersen, Frederik Frederichsen, Henrik Vaupel, ISBN: 87 980030 0 3, Ref: 8063, Publisher: DFDS, 1991 (in association with the World Ship Society)
The history of one of Denmark's most important shipping companies. Text in Danish and English is followed by a detailed fleet list. 503 pages. 849 photographs. 494 ships.','Published by the DFDS to celebrate 125 years of shipowning, this book must rank as one of the most significant shipping company histories to be published in recent years. A comprehensive chronology of the company in English and Danish is followed by an extensive and highly detailed fleet list in English of the 406 vessels owned and controlled by the company since its formation in 1866. Similar treatment is given to daughter and associated companies, tugs and harbour craft. In all, a fine casebound A4 volume, with 849 photographs, many from the company archives. Although not published by the World Ship Society, the Society is privileged to have been invited to distribute this book.
9½ x 12 inches, portrait-style, 264 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg. Text in German, but many excellent photographs.
9½ x 12 inches, portrait-style, 264 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg. Text in German, but many excellent photographs.
9½ x 12 inches, portrait-style, 264 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg. Text in German, but many excellent photographs.
Die großen Passagierschiffe der Welt — Band 4: 1936-1950
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: ???, Ref: 8351, Publisher:
9½ x 12 inches, portrait-style, 264 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg. Text in German, but many excellent photographs.
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: ???, Ref: 8352, Publisher:
9½ x 12 inches, portrait-style, 264 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Hamburg. Text in German, but many excellent photographs.
This book explores an almost unknown realm of the seafaring history during World War II, which it investigates scholary and comprehensively. It explains the development of the Swiss merchant fleet over the period 1939-1945, and depicts its political, economic, and social influences vividly. It also provides a thorough account of several ships' fate, and a number of technical details illustrated with many until now unpublished pictures that make this book a reference work for everybody interested in the history of the merchant marine. Diese einmalige Dokumentation über die Geschichte der Schweizer Hochseeschifffahrt wird durch die intensive Beschreibung der verschiedenen Schiffsschicksale und technischen Einzelheiten, versehen mit bisher unveröffentlichtem Fotomaterial, zu einem Standardwerk der Schweizer Seefahrtsgeschichte werden. Hardback, 169 pages, 22cm x 27,5cm. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Koehler Verlag, Herford/Germany
Author: Paul H. Silverstone, ISBN: n/a, Ref: 8572, Publisher: , 1984
This book provides much fascinating information on the principal surface warships since the middle of the 19th century and in doing so charts a most exciting period in naval history. Nearly 500 classes are covered - over 1,000 vessels from 20 countries. Each class and individual ship has an entry and over 600 photographs complement the text. This is a massive work of scholarship which will provide a fascinating reference for all those interested in naval history. The basic details of information about each ship and class are given as well as individual historical data for each ship, including even the derivation of its name. In order to include as many principal naval vessels as possible, the author enlarges the definition of capital ship beyond battleships to include aircraft carriers, monitors and armored cruisers. 496 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Down Elswick Slipways — Armstrong's Ships and People 1884-1918
Author: Dick Keys, Ken Smith, ISBN: 1 85795 037 2, Ref: 8061, Publisher: Newcastle-upon-Tyne Libraries & Arts, 1996
This book features authentic stories from a colourful era in Newcastle's history, when the famous Armstrong Shipyard on the Tyne built warships for many nations. 52 pages. 9½ inches x 8 inches. Softback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies can be obtained by writing to the Newcastle upon Tyne Libraries & Arts, Princess Square, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE9 1DX, UK
Author: Roy Fenton, Bernard McCall, ISBN: 0 9513576 7 0, Ref: 8723, Publisher: Bernard McCall
A reference book listing names and details of the ships owned, managed or operated by Dutch and Belgian companies in the mid-1990s. The main dimensions of each vessel are given, and the book includes 32 black/white and 8 colour photographs. Softback, A5 portrait format, 48 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Bernard McCall, For purchase information contact bernard@coastalshipping.co.uk or refer to website www.coastalshipping.co.uk [09.2009]
Author: Willem H. Moojen, ISBN: 978 9 0861 60 60 0, Ref: 8731, Publisher: Lanasta, 2009
This English language version of this 128-page pictorial-style book is the fourth in a series of publications that looks at Dutch merchant shipping a decade at a time. Containing a host of well-reproduced images supported by extended captions, this title is one of a series that starts at the beginning of the 20th century nd builds into an excellent record of Dutch merchant shipping right up to the presnt day. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favourite maritime-bookseller for availability and prices. [09.2009]
Author: John Clarkson, Roy Fenton, ISBN: 0 9521 1796 7, Ref: 8135, Publisher: Ships in Focus Publications, 1993
One of series of fine books. A4 format. 72 pages Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Available from maritime-oriented booksellers or from "Ships in Focus Publications", 18 Franklands, Longton, Preston PR4 5PD, UK / e-mail: sales@shipsinfocus.co.uk
Fabulous Interiors of the Great Ocean Liners in Historic Photographs, The
Author: William H. Miller, ISBN: 0 486 24756 2, Ref: 8036, Publisher: Dover Publications, 1984
This beautifully printed volume offers over 200 superb photographs depicting the lavish interiors of the most magnificent liners that sailed the seas from the 1890s to the 1980s. 145 pages. 228 black &white photographs. 9 inches x 12 inches. Softcover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY . Copies can be purchased direct from the author at “Bill Miller Cruises Everywhere”, 39 Green Valley Court, PO Box 1463, Secaucus, NJ 07096, U.S.A. check out website at http://www.billmilleratsea.com/current.cfm for more details on availability and costs. Also available from some maritime-oriented booksellers.
Famous British Liners 1. ss ORIANA — The Last Great Orient Liner
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 0 X, Ref: 8159, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1992
Pause for a moment and reflect that the ORIANA represents the end of over 100 years of maritime tradition and she was the last great Orient liner. 52 pages. 8½ inches x 10½ inches. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Fan Publications, Check with your local maritime-oriented bookseller for availability and prices.
Famous British Liners 2. ss VICEROY OF INDIA — P&O's First Electric Cruise
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 1 8, Ref: 8160, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1993
This book is written by WSS member Neil McCart, to serve as a reminder of the 'golden' and leisurely age of sea travel, before 'plastic' international airports made one country much like any other and before the term 'jet lag' found its way into the English language. 56 pages. 8½ inches x 10½ inches. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Fan Publications, Check with your local maritime-oriented bookseller for availability and prices.
Famous British Liners 3. ARCADIA & IBERIA — P&O's Sisters for the 1950s
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 3 4, Ref: 8161, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1993
WSS member Neil McCart writes: Both the ARCADIA and the IBERIA are still remembered by many people in Europe, North America and Australasia, and I hope that this book will bring back happy memories to all those who were associated with these two handsome ships. 49 pages. 8½ inches x 10½ inches. Softcover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Fan Publications, Check with your local maritime-oriented bookseller for availability and prices.
Famous British Liners 6. P&O's HIMALAYA & CHUSAN — Rebuilding The Fleet
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 7 7, Ref: 8162, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1996
Two of P&O's famous fleet are recorded here by WSS member Neil McCart. 65 pages. 8½ inches x 10½ inches. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Fan Publications, Check with your local maritime-oriented bookseller for availability and prices.
Feilden's Mersey: A selection of the post-war ship photographs of Basil Feilden
Author: John Clarkson, Roy Fenton, ISBN: 1 901703 61 4, Ref: 8170, Publisher: Ships in Focus Publications, 2001
A "Ships in Focus" publication. Basil Feilden was one of the most gifted photographers to have recorded the shipping scene on the Mersey during some of its most glorious years. This album presents 127 of his best post-war images, most of which have not been readily available for many years. A landscap-format soft-back of 80 pages. 10 inches x 8 inches. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Available from Ships In Focus Publications, 18 Franklands, Longton, Preston PR4 5PD, UK. e-mail: sales@shipsinfocus.co.uk or from many good maritime-oriented booksellers.
Author: Miles Cowsill, John May, William Mayes, Mathew Punter, ISBN: 1 871947 59 6, Ref: 8304, Publisher: Ferry Publications, 2001
A first attempt at a comprehensive guide to ferry operations in and around the Mediterranean, including a wide selection of photographs and some maps. 128 pages, full colour. A5 softback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Ferry Publictions, P.O. Box 33, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM99 4LP, United Kingdom
Author: William Mayes, Miles Cowsill, Mathew Punter, John May, ISBN: 1 871947 66 9, Ref: 8303, Publisher: Ferry Publications, Nov 2002
A comprehensive guide to ferry operations in and around the Mediterranean and Black Seas, including a wide selection of photographs, a review of recent developments in the region, maps and a feature on Superfast Ferries. 208 pages. Full colour. A5, Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Ferry Publictions, P.O. Box 33, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM99 4LP, United Kingdom.
Author: William Mayes, John May, ISBN: 0 9547206 0 1, Ref: 8475, Publisher: Overview Press, 2004
This year's edition has a new publisher and a new sponsor -- G.A. Ferries. A comprehensive guide to ferry operations in and around the Mediterranean and Black Seas, including a wide selection of photographs, a review of recent developments in the region, maps and a feature on G.A. Ferries. 224 pages. Full colour. A5, Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Overview Press, Mayes House, Vansittart Estate, Arthur Road, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 1SE, United Kingdom.
Author: David L. Williams & Richard de Kerbrech, ISBN: 9780711032729; Ref: 8757, Publisher: Ian Allan, 2008
Colour pictorial review (photographs with extended captions and technical details) describing 84 British cross-Channel, Irish Sea, North Sea and coastal ferries and excursion craft from the 1950s to 1970s – all major routes covered; includes examples of emerging fast ferries: hydrofoils, hovercraft and catamarans. 80 pages 247mm x 190mm (9.75 x 7.5 inches) landscape
Ferries of British Columbia, The: A photographic tour
Author: Robert Etchell, ISBN: n/a, Ref: 8590, Publisher: self-published, 2008
44 pages. Hard cover w/dust jacket, 10in x 8½ in, landscape format
A display of photos by this renouwned photographer, Robert Etchell, covering some of the better-known ferries sailing on the British Columbia coast. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact the author about availability at robert.etchell@yahoo.ca [GS - updated Jan 26, 2009]
The book contains more than 134 photographs of ferries from around the globe from more than 45 ferry lines such as Diniz Lines, G.A. Lines, Minoan Lines, Lake Michigan Ferry, Staten Island Ferry, Turkish Maritime Lines, Ukranian Ferries and Washington State Ferries. The book provides technical data for each ferry. "Ferries of the World" is an exclusive book that is sure to complete your library. In order to purchase this book, please visit http://www2.xlibris.com/Bookstore/bookdisplay.aspx?bookid=46050 100 pages. 8½ inches x 8½ inches. Hardback and paperback editions. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. [GS - Jan 26, 2009] [02.2010]
Ferries are as much a part of B.C. as to be comparable in importance with the estimated several thousand land bridges to be found around the province. The Coastal Ferry System is as old as settlement along the coast when the predecessors of the modern ferries, the steamship lines like Canadian Pacific Navigation, Boscowitz, Union Steamships and Grand Trunk Pacific/Canadian National and Northland provided a complex of services from Puget Sound to S.E. Alaska. Today the modern B.C. Ferries Corporation wrestles with mistakes from the past, a pressing need to replace old vessels, high fuel prices and ongoing societal and political issues. This book will be more pictorial and less a matter of narrative with approximately 325 photos. 200+ pages. 8½ in x 11 in, paper cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Available direct from the publisher - Cordillera Books, 102-8708 French Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4W7 Canada | Tel: +1.604.261.1695 | E-mail: richbook@shaw.ca List price - CDN$32.95 (plus p&p if applicable)
Ferry Powerful: A history of the modern British diesel ferry
Author: Nick Robins, ISBN: 1 902953 10 X, Ref: 8724, Publisher: Bernard McCall
This book charts the expansion of the marine diesel on the British and Irish short sea routes. All the major motor-driven ships built before 1970 are described in detail, as are the more important vessels built after that date. The story includes the trials and tribulations of these vessels, their crews and passengers. There is also an index of current and former names. The book is profusely illustrated by 15 colour and 110 black/white photographs. Softback, A4 portrait format, 120 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Bernard McCall, For purchase information contact bernard@coastalshipping.co.uk or refer to website www.coastalshipping.co.uk [09.2009]
Author: Dick Keyes, Ken Smith, ISBN: 1 85 79515 14, Ref: 8409, Publisher: Tyne Bridge Publishing, 2002
The links between Tynside and Norway have been strong and enduring. With memories from travellers, ferry workers, and accounts of rough seas and dramatic rescues, this book tells the colourful story of the ships which have sailed between the River Tyne and the land of the fjords, forging close ties of friendship across the North Sea. Dick Keys is a maritime historian and former seaman. Ken Smith, author of many maritime books, is sub-editor on "The Journal", Newcastle. 48 pages. 240 mm x 200 mm. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Tyne Bridge Publishing, City of Newcastle-upon-Tyne Education & Libraries Directorate, Newcastle Libraries & Information Service, City Library, Princess Square, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne NE99 1DX / Web: www.newcastle.gov.uk/tynebridgepublishing
Author: Frank O. Braynard, ISBN: 0 85059 504 5, (several reprints), Ref: 8120, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1982
Ships are the largest moving objects made by man, and ocean liners are to many the most appealing of all ships. In this book, which is heavily illustrated both by hundreds of photographs and fifty specially drawn sketches, you will find portraits of fifly of the most famous liners of all time. The authoritative text, useful data tables and index, have been prepared by two of the world's foremost maritime historians for the delight of all who love ships and the sea. 233 pages. 8 inches x 9½ inches. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Author: Frank O. Braynard, ISBN: 0 373 01947 0, Ref: 8121, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1985
This is a book to delight not just ship enthusiasts but also anyone who has ever travelled on an ocean liner or, indeed, anyone who has ever dreamed of doing so. Frank Brynard and Bill Miller, both fascinated by these stately vessels from an early age, tell the stories of fifty of the world's best loved liners. The text is accompanied by photographs, mementoes and a drawing o each ship, plus relevant technical data. 233 pages. 8 inches x 9½ inches. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Author: Frank O. Braynard, ISBN: 0 393 02551 9, Ref: 8122, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1987
The stories of fifty of the world's most famous liners, related by two of the world's faremost maritime historians. Frank Braynard and Bill Miller have taken this selection of ships from among those suggested by the readers of their previous two highly successful volumes in this series, and have presented them with the same reverent enthusiasm. Including a table of technical data and a unique pen and ink sketch of each vessel. 233 pages. 8 inches x 9½ inches. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Co-edited by WSS member Krzysztof Brzoza. The eighth issue of the yearbook for Finnish shipping, all in English. Includes an illustrated list of ships, and several articles about both historical and actual topics, such as ESL Shipping 60 years + fleet list, Anchor Shipping + fleet list, ferry traffic in 2008 and much more. 320 pages, illustated in colour. 15 cm x 21 cm. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Can be ordered directly from Breakwater Publishing AB www.breakwater.se / order@breakwater.se Price 2009: €30 + postage.
With its Superb plans and drawings and entirely original research, this book is essential reference for all naval historians, enthusiast and model makers with an interest in the development of one of the twentieth century's most exciting warships. 128 pages. 250 mm x 293 mm Hard cover, w/dust jacket. A life-long interest in this ship culminated in a four volume set of books on the subject, which was then added to with the addition of two more volumes - six in total. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
First Great Ocean Liners in Photographs, The: 193 Photographs, 1897-1927
Author: William H. Miller, ISBN: 0 486 24574 8, Ref: 8052, Publisher: Dover Publications, 1984
Original Dover (1984) publication. 193 black-and-white photographs with full captions. Introduction by Arnold Kludas. 147 pages. 9 in x 12 in. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
This book is designed to tell the story of the vessels of the Fjell Line, the Norwegian fleet of Olsen & Ugelstad, that brought goods to and from the ports of the Great Lakes. Many traded inland in the pre-Seaway era while larger ships were added to the Great Lakes run when the new waterway opened in 1959. 8½ in x 11 in. soft cover. 72 pages. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
The author's latest book contains accounts of various aspects of the line's operations over the years, including its passenger liners and cruise ships, ferries, cargo liners, tramps, tankers, bulk carriers, vehicle carriers, and more. The fleet lists alone includes details of over 900 ships. 52 colour and 621 b&w photos. 407 pages, Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favourite maritime-bookseller for availability and prices. [09.2009]
Author: James E. (Ted) Wilson, S.C. Heal, ISBN: 1 895590 00 0, Ref: 8015, Publisher: Cordillera Books, 1991
This is the story of James E. "Ted" Wilson, written in co-operation with marine author S.C. Heal. Captain Wilson went to his first seagoing job as a deckboy out of Victoria, at the early age of 14, in 1933. His colourful career saw him working his way through the ranks in British Columbia coast towboats from deckhand to mate and eventually as a licensed master. This is a book for readers interested in the sea, marine experiences and the B.C. towboat industry.
Softcover. 6 inches x 9 inches. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies can be purchased from maritime-oriented booksellers or direct from Cordillera Books, 102-8708 French Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4W7 Canada. World-wide mailing service. Enquire about prices and availability. Tel: (604) 261-1695 / Fax: (604) 266-4469. E-mail: richbook@shaw.ca
Full Line, Full Away: A Towboat Master's Story, 2nd edition
Author: James E. (Ted) Wilson, S.C. Heal, ISBN: 978 1 8955904 3 2, Ref: 8732, Publisher: Cordillera Books, 2009
This is the story of James E. “Ted” Wilson originally written in cooperation with maritime historian Syd Heal. Captain Wilson went to his first seagoing job as a deckboy out of Victoria at the early age of 14, in 1933. His colourful career saw him working through the ranks in British Columbia coast towboats from deckhand to licensed master.
There were amusing and interesting incidents and a few that were tragic. The lady of the night aboard a C.N. coastal liner, the efforts of a towboat crew to tow away a hotel, the barking dog which became a navigation aid, the Liberty ship that tried to tow Captain Wilson’s tug under and the ghosts of Cape Scott to name a few.
Ted Wilson was employed by small and large companies throughout his career, but the highlights for him were the eleven successful years he enjoyed running his own successful company Dola Towing, followed by his years with Island Tug & Barge Ltd. He was a witness from within to the process of corporate marriage between Island Tug and Vancouver Tug Boat Company, which lead to the formation of the biggest tug and barge company in the industry, Seaspan International Ltd.The original issue of this book in 1991 was the first such account to come out in book form from within the industry, and little of a similar nature has followed. It qualifies as a true nautical classic and this reissue recognizes that the book deserves to be kept available as an account of B.C. tugboating in the middle years of the Twentieth Century.
Softcover. 6 inches x 9 inches. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies can be purchased from maritime-oriented booksellers or direct from Cordillera Books, 102-8708 French Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4W7 Canada. World-wide mailing service. Enquire about prices and availability. Tel: (604) 261-1695 / Fax: (604) 266-4469. E-mail: richbook@shaw.ca
Author: William Miller (foreword by Arnold Kludas, preface by Frank O. Braynard), ISBN: 0 8505 9890 7, Ref: 8325, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1989
From the glittering opulence of KAISER WILHELM DER GROSSE of 1897 to the new luxury cruise-ship EUROPA of 1981, the dramatic story of twentieth-century German pasenger liners is dominated by two famous shipping lines, the devastation and aftermath of two World Wars and the guiding genius of Albert Ballin. The stories of all such liners of over 10,000 tons are told here, and, supported by outstanding illustrations, detailed specificiation and appendices, provide a glorious review of one of the world's finest passenger fleets. 9" x 12". 208 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Out of Print.
Author: Bernard and Dominic McCall, ISBN: 1 902953 05 3, Ref: 8130, Publisher: Bernard McCall, 2001
A reference book listing names and details of 835 ships owned, managed or operated by German companies. The main dimensions of each vessel are given, and the book includes 34 black/white and 8 colour photographs. 84 pages. A5 portrait format. Softcover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Bernard McCall, For purchase information contact bernard@coastalshipping.co.uk or refer to website www.coastalshipping.co.uk [09.2009]
The Glasgow & South Western Railway reached the coast at Princes Pier, Greenock, in 1872 by purchasing the Greenock & Syrshire Railway. In 1891 it applied to Parliament to operate its own steamer fleet, having also built rail-head termini at Fairlie and Ardrossan. The first four paddle steamers were purchased by the company from the Williamson family in September 1891 and the following year the company's first three purpose-built ships entered service. Within the pages of this book are over 200 images of the fleet in its heyday, along with views of the ships of the Campbeltown & Glasgow Steam Packet Joint Stock Co. and Clyde Cargo Steamers Ltd and a handful of other operators who have played a small but important part in the history of shipping on the Clyde. 128 pages. 165 mm x 235 mm. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Tempus Publishing Limited, The Mill, Brimscombe Port, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL5 2QG, United Kingdom. Also published by Tempus Publishing Inc., 2 Cumberland Street, Charleston, SC 29401, U.S.A. List price on book £12.99 & US$19.99. / Web: www.tempus-publishing.com
Author: Malcolm Cooper, Bill Harvey, Bill Laxon, ISBN: 1 901703 65 7, Ref: 8536, Publisher: Ships in Focus Publications, 2005
History of the two lines with fleet lists covering all owned and managed vessels totalling over 150 ships, over 300 photographs and including 16 pages of colour. A4 format. 188 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Author: David L. Williams, ISBN: 0-7110-2891-5, Ref: 8764, Publisher: Ian Allan, 2003
Illustrated review of the passenger and car ferries that operated on the routes linking the UK with Ireland and the continent of Europe, tracing their development from pure passenger-carrying ships following World War II to the emergence of the first super car-ferries of the 1980s. Reflects on the transition from British nationalised operators, with the rise and fall of Sealink, to private foreign ferry concerns. 96 pages. 247mm x 190mm (9.75 x 7.5 inches) landscape. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. [04.2011]
Author:David L. Williams, ISBN: 0 7110 2607 6, Ref: 8127, Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing, 1998
Glory Days: Cunard recalls rhe era when ocean travel by liner was at its height and the 'Queens' ruled the waves. 95 pages. 9½ inches x 7½ inches. Hard card cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Author: David L. Williams, ISBN: 0 7110 2772 2, Ref: 8126, Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing, 2002
In this book, well-known maritime writer and historia and WSS member David Williams records the history of British paddle steamers over the past century. During the golden age of passenger shipping, the numerous paddle steamers were a familiar sight as they plied their trade in our coastal waters. As a portrait of a long-lost maritime era, this book will appeal to all those interested in Britain's sea-faring heritage. 96 pages. 9½ inches x 7½ inches. Hard card cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices. Published by Ian Allen Publishing.
Author: David L. Williams, ISBN: 0-7110-2608-4, Ref: 8765, Publisher: Ian Allan, 1998
Companion volume to Glory Days: Cunard, describing and illustrating the passenger ships of P&O and, following its merger, absorbed Orient Line ships from the 1920s to the 1970s. Fleet list of all vessels from the period. 96 pages. 247mm x 190mm (9.75 x 7.5 inches) landscape. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM OUR SOCIETY. [04.2011]
Author: David L. Williams & Richard de Kerbrech, ISBN: 9780711032669, Ref: 8760, Publisher: Ian Allan, 2008
Concise, illustrated history of the Swan Hunter shipyard on the River Tyne from its origins in the mid-1800s, through its amalgamation with Wigham Richardson and the nationalisation and privatisation phases, ending with its final closure in 2007. For many years the Swan Hunter shipyard held the annual world record for the volume of shipping constructed. All the major developments of the yard are described and all the important vessels produced by the yard are highlighted, including the first Mauretania, the Dominion Monarch, the Vistafjord, the Rangatira, the battleship Anson and the aircraft carriers Illustrious and Ark Royal, as well as cable layers, cargo ships, ice-breakers, ferries, whale factory ships, floating docks etc. 170 photographs in colour and black & white with many views of launches and ships under construction. 96 pages. 247mm x 190mm (9.75 x 7.5 inches) landscape.
Author: David L. Williams, ISBN: 0 7110 2719 6, Ref: 8166, Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing, 2000
"Glory Days: Transatlantic Liners", a companion volume to "Glory Days: Cunard" recalls the era when travel by sea reached its peak, with more ships on the route than ever before carrying record numbers of passengers. 112 pages. 9½ inches x 7½ inches landscape format. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Ian Allan Publishing. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
A history of the famous Dutch line and its ships from transatlantic steamers to to-day's luxurious cruise ships. 100 pages. 8½ inches x 11 inches. Soft cover. 150 illustrations and a full-colour Stephen Card painting on the cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies can be purchased direct from the author at “Bill Miller Cruises Everywhere”, 39 Green Valley Court, PO Box 1463, Secaucus, NJ 07096, U.S.A. check out website at http://www.billmilleratsea.com/current.cfm for more details on availability and costs. Also available from most maritime-oriented booksellers.
This volume takes up the story of the merchant ship with the success of the steam turbine at the beginning of this century. each of the chapters is an in-depth history of a major category of ship and they include the great ocean liners, the sleek packet vessels and the elegant cargo carriers of the period. 208 pages. 295 mm × 248 mm. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Conway Maritime Press.
Grande Dame: Holland America Line and the S.S. ROTTERDAM
Author: Stephen M. Payne, (foreword by John Maxtone-Graham), ISBN: 0 903055 12 0, Ref: 8607, Publisher: RINA Ltd.
Stephen Payne, Naval Architect of modern day cruise ships, fully describes the ship, the SS ROTTERDAM of Holland America Line, and her owners in this book. Various chapters decribe the building of the ship, her construction, her technical features, her passenger accommodation, and the Holland America Line transition from Atlantic ferry to cruise ship operators.
One of many books authored by WSS member David K. Brown which is genuinely outstanding with high academic value but are also accessible to the amateur. David, who is genuinely recognised for his knowledge worldwide is to be congratulated for bringing the "mysteries" of warship design and development to non-technical layman. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Chatham Publishing. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Re-print
Author: D.K. Brown, RCNC, ISBN: 9781848320857, Ref: 8770, Publisher: Seaforth Publishing, UK / USNI, USA (re-print), 2010
Seaforth Publishing in the UK has reprinted the late D.K. Brown's book in an affordable paperback edition. It was first published over ten years ago by Chatham Publishing. The Naval Institute Press distributes the book in North America for Seaforth. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. [04.2011]
Great Cruise Ships and Ocean Liners from 1954 to 1986: A Photographic Survey
Author: William H. Miller, ISBN: 0 486 25540 9, Ref: 8047, Publisher: Dover Publications, 1988
A vivid chronicle of ships that made maritime history and inaugurated a new era in sea travel -- in all, a memorable pictorial archive that is sure to delight nostalgic fans of transatlantic liners as well as anyone captivated by the allure of slistening ships bound for exotic ports. 118 pages. 9 inches x 12 inches. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check out website at http://www.billmilleratsea.com/current.cfm for more details on availability and costs. Also available from some maritime-oriented booksellers.
Beginning in the 1920s, over 180 superb photographs depict a total of 101 ships, ranging from earlier vessels like the LEVIATHAN of the United States Lines (largest ship ever to fly the U.S. falg) and Cunard\'s MAURETANIA, which held the Atlantic speed record for 22 years, to the UNITED STATES. The photographs (many never before published and some quite rare) include exterior views from many different vantage points and numerous interior shots. 163 pages.
9 inches x 12 inches. Softcover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Copies can be purchased direct from the author at “Bill Miller Cruises Everywhere”, 39 Green Valley Court, PO Box 1463, Secaucus, NJ 07096, U.S.A. Check out website at http://www.billmilleratsea.com/current.cfm for more details on availability and costs. Also available from some maritime-oriented booksellers.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 1: 1858-1912
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 174 0, Ref: 8308, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1986 (orig. 1975)
This first volume in Arnold Kludas' world-famous "Great Passenger Ships of the World" series contains leading details of all vessels over 10,000 gross tons built during the period 1858 to 1912. It is an invaluable reference work for all shipping enthusiasts and historians. 8" x 9½". 216 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 2: 1913-1923
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 242 9, Ref: 8309, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1986 (orig. 1976)
This second volume in Arnold Kludas' world-famous "Great Passenger Ships of the World" series gives leading details of all vessels over 10,000 gross tons built during the turbulent decade 1913-1923. It is an invaluable reference work for all shipping enthusiasts. 8" x 9½". 240 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 3: 1924-1935
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 245 3, Ref: 8310, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1986 (orig. 1976)
This third volume in Arnold Kludas' renowned "Great Passenger Ships of the World" series provides leading details of all vessels of over 10,000 gross tons built during the interwar years 1924-1935. It will be welcomed by all shiplovers. 8" x 9½". 240 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 4: 1936-1950
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 253 4, Ref: 8311, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1985 (orig. 1977)
Now back in print again at last, this fourth volume in the classic "Great Passenger Ships of the World" series provides leading details of all vessels of over 10,000 gross tons built during the turbulent years 1936-1950. It will be welcomed by all maritime enthusiasts. 8" x 9½". 231 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 5: 1951-1976
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 265 8, REf: 8312, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1977
With the decline of the passenger liner in its traditional role due to competition from the airlines, shipping lines during the 1960s and '70s increasingly turned to cruising with such beautiful vessels as the QE 2, CANBERRA and ORIANA which are featured in this volume. 8" x 9½". 226 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Great Passenger Ships of the World, Volume 6: 1977-1986
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 0 85059 747 1, Ref: 8313, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1986
This is the eagerly awaited sixth volume in a series that has become established as a unique maritime reference work that covers in detail all vessels of 10,000 gross tons built between 1977 and 1986. It also includes all such vessels currently in service, as well as updating the five previous volumes. 8\" x 9½\". 192 pages. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Contact your favorite bookseller for possible purchase.
Author: Arnold Kludas, ISBN: 1 85260 382 8, Ref: 8125, Publisher: Patrick Stephens, 1992
Great Passenger Ships series, encompassing individual illustrated biographies of the world's vessels, presents all ships measured to respective gross tonnages exceeding 10,000 in existence in late 1991. Great Passenger Ships of the World Today differs from ealier volumes in having for the first time full illustrated biographies of vessels which, since withdrawal from deep-sea passenger service, are now school, museum or hotel ships. ALso featured are passenger vessels whose gross tonnages have been greater than 10,000 but which are now measured in lower figures. 186 pages. 8½ inches x 11 inches. Hardback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Check with your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Great Ships in New York Harbor: 175 Historic Photographs 1935-2005
Author: William H. Miller, ISBN: 978 0 486 44609 7, Ref: 8560, Publisher: Dover Publications, 2006
A vibrant profile of New York Harbor, this illustrated chronicle traces the great port's history from its heyday in the 1930s to the present. Its informative text complimented by 175 vintage photographs, conveys fascinating details in a conversational tone, making it as interesting to read as it is to browse. 112 pages. 9 inches x 12 inches. Soft cover, paperbound. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SOCIETY.
Author: John May, ISBN: 1 871947 53 7, Ref: 8317, Publisher: Ferry Publications, 1999
WSS member John May has been visiting Greece for over twenty years during which time he has not only become an expert in that country\'s ferry industry but has gathered a comprehensive and detailed photographic archive portraying its diverse fleets. A regular contibutor to European Ferry Scene, the London-based writer has a perspective understanding of the industry. His new book will interest not only followers of Greek ferries but also provide an insight into a maritime transport system which has not previously received the detailed coverage which it deserves. 295 mm x 210 mm. 112 pages. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Author: William H. Miller, ISBN: 978 0 7524 3886 3, Ref: 8556, Publisher: Tempus Publishing, 2006
Bill Miller, the noted maritime historian, brings together a collection of images of his favourite Greek liners and tells of the history of the Greek fleets that made the world of cruising so exciting in the last half century. 9½ inches x 9 inches landscape format. 96 pages. Soft cover, paperbound. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Author: Katerina & Stanley Sturmey, ISBN: 960 7404 01 7, Ref: 8058, Publisher: Photohoros/Photography Circle Publishing, 1993
A photographic study of Greek passenger vessels and ferries. Full page colour photograph of each ships with technical details. 200 pages. 8 inches x 5½ inches (landscape format). Softback. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Enquire from your local bookseller for availability and prices, or contact the author in Greece. Photohoros/Photography Circle Publishing, 44 Tsakalof St., Athens GR 106 73, Greece. Fax +30-1-3645151.
Author: Jan Anderiesse, Leslie Spurling, ISBN: 90 6013 216 5, Ref: 8418, Publisher: no publisher noted, 2002
The authors describe this book, sixty five years history of "Gruno", which was one of the biggest chartering offices in the Netherlands at its peak in the fifties and sixties. The number of ships in their management and charter rivalled other large Dutch coastal shipping companies at that time. Furthermore, three chapters are included which describe the life of the seamen who sailed these relatively small vessels and the long voyages that they made in detail. In the chapter 'Voyage Report', the typical trade of a "Gruno" ship employed in West European waters is described. The book ends with a complete fleet list illustrated with about 350 photographs; the majority being previously unpublished. 200 pages. A4 format. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published in The Netherlands, distribution in United Kingdom: Ships in Focus Publications, 18 Franklands, Longton, Preston PR4 5PD, United Kingdom. e-mail: sales@shipsinfocus.co.uk
This fine volume, which is written entirely in German, describes the actions of the German battlecruiser GOEBEN and the cruiser BRESLAU during the 1914-18 war while serving with the Turko-German fleet. The book also provides information about Turko-German naval operations in the different war theatres including Mesopotamia, the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmora and the Dardanelles. In addition, some chapters discuss Turko-German relations during the First World War. A total of 90 photographs, 13 line drawings and 12 maps have been used to illustrate this beautifully produced book. [RHO] THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Verlag E.S. Mittler & Sohn GmbH, Hamburg, Germany.
Harland & Wolff's Empire Food Ships 1934-1948: A link with the Southern Dominions
Author: Richard P. de Kerbreck, ISBN: 1 899 392 114, Ref: 8198, Publisher: Coach House Publications Ltd., 1998
This book by WSS member Richard P. de Kerbrech, describes in all its aspects, a special era in the shipment of refrigerated produce from the Commonwealth countries of the southern hemisphere to the United Kingdom. 104 pages. 6 inches x 9 inches. soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Coach House Publications Ltd., Isle of WIght PO40 9BB, UK. Check with your local bookseller for availability and prices.
This book details the vessels and operations of the Belgian Navy at the start of World War II. 72 pages. 53 illustrations. Text in Dutch. The few remaining copies can be obtained from the author -- write to the author at jasperenpeggy@hotmail.com
This narrative of Middlesbrough Dock covers its pre-history, construction, expansions, inadequacies, ultimate demise and dereliction in the hands of nine owners, as seen from the perspective of the owning railway companies. 32 pages. A4 format. Coloured card cover, 7 maps, 19 black & white photographs or illustrations. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY.
Throughout the book, the impact of technology on the evolution of the ship is dealt with logically to put developments in their economic and political contexts, and changes in the design of both warships and merchantmen are outlined. Entwined with this history are the stories of the characters who influenced ship design and the men who commanded them. The book in general follows the arguments propounded in Conway's highly praised History of the Ship series: these are underpinned with the author's many years of seagoing experience and numerous fiction and non-fiction writings on maritime topics. Whilst dealing with a hugely complex subject, the author, WSS member Capt. Richard Woodman, presents his truly international thesis in a highly readable and enlightening manner. The book is complete with a full glossary and extensive bibliography. 352 pages. 295 mm × 248 mm. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Conway Maritime Press.
HM Customs & Excise Cutters & Launches: Class Directory - Cutters since 1946 - Launches since 1920
Author: Philip Simons (compiler), ISBN: n/a, Ref: 8538, Publisher: Small Craft Group, World Ship Society, 2004 [Ref: x 8639]
An excellent new publication from the WSS Small Craft Group HM CUSTOMS & EXCISE CUTTERS & LAUNCHES Class Directory Cutters since 1946 – Launches since 1920 In frequent field trips around the United Kingdom, looking for surviving military small craft, the author was surprised to find many examples of surviving Customs cutters and launches. However, unlike those vessels of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force, which are fairly well documented, he had extreme difficulty in finding out anything about the Customs craft that he had found. It seemed that, although the service had operated a large number of craft during the years 1920 – date, there was nowhere that the enthusiast could turn to for details. For a few years he photographed and listed all the vessels he found, checked builders lists, trawled through 1950’s and 1960’s Admiralty Small Craft Disposal Lists, made numerous phone calls, and wrote a whole forest of letters. More recently he went to the National Records Office where information on the pre WWII vessels could be read and finally found two Customs Officers who had an interest in the subject and who helped him to tidy up the book ready for publication. The result is a directory of all the various classes of craft operated by HMC&E during the period 1920 – 2005, although the author is acutely aware that with the lack of published material available for research, some classes, or individual boats, may have been omitted.
This 84 page A4 portrait softback book with card covers is lavishly illustrated with 123 photographs of craft both in service and ex service and 11 pages of top rate drawings. Price only £10 (UK) £12 (elsewhere) including postage and packing. Available now from the World Ship Society Small Craft Group, 5 Rogate Drive, Estover, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8SY, UK. PLEASE USE ONLY THIS ADDRESS FOR ORDERS -- DO NOT SEND ANY ORDERS TO OUR CENTRAL ORDERS. ALTHOUGH THIS PUBLICATION WAS PRODUCED FOR A SECTION OF THE WORLD SHIP SOCIETY, IT IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY'S CENTRAL ORDERS. ALL ORDERS MUST BE MADE DIRECT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED ABOVE.
One of many books authored by WSS member David K. Brown which is genuinely outstanding with high academic value but are also accessible to the amateur. David, who is genuinely recognised for his knowledge worldwide is to be congratulated for bringing the "mysteries" of warship design and development to non-technical layman. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by FAN Publications. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 9 3, Ref: 8216, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1997
Nine chapters of highly readable text tell the story of one of the Royal Navy's major post-war warships form the date that the Admiralty ordered the ship in the summer of 1943 to the last weeks of 1972, when she lay at the shipbreaker's yard in Scotland. 120 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by FAN Publications. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 0 9519538 6 9, Ref: 8214, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1995
This book details the career of HMS GLORY from builders yard to shipbreakers, drawing on first hand accounts and many previously unpublished photographs. 120 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by FAN Publications. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
This book details the career of HMS GLORY from builders yard to shipbreakers, drawing on first hand accounts and many previously unpublished photographs. 120 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICAATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Available from booksellers specialising in naval publications.
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 1 901 2250 5 4, Ref: 8360, Publisher: Fan Publications
For the first time in one volume, here are the comphensive histories of the two aircraft carriers named HERMES. The stories take the reader from the 1920s into WW2, the late 1950s and 60s through the Falklands campaign and into the Indian Navy where the last HERMES still serves as INS VIRAAT. 192 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Fan Publications.
Author: Neil McCart, ISBN: 1 901225 01 1, Ref: 8217, Publisher: Fan Publications, 1998
Fifteen chapters of highly readable text tell the story of the Royal Navy's most remarkable aircraft carrier, from the laying of the first keel plates in 1937 to her controversial decommissioning in 1967 and her departure to the shipbreaker's yard in the summer of 1969. 192 pages. Hard cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by FAN Publications. Contact your favourite bookseller for availability and prices.
Hollywood to Honolulu: The Story of the Los Angeles Steamship Company
Author: Gordon Ghareeb, Martin Cox, ISBN: 978 1 889901 44 2, Ref: 8679, Publisher: Steamship Historical Society of America, 2009
In the 1920s and '30s the Los Angeles Steamship Company and its image of a stately white cruise ship gliding serenely into a tropical, palm-fringed harbor was indelibly etched into the imagination of the nation. Known familiarly as LASSCO, the company sailed cruise ships bearing evocative names — CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CALAWAII and CITY OF HONOLULU — from Southern California to Hawaii. Once a common household name, for one shining decade LASSCO reinvented the idea of the luxury ocean liner and set the standard for glamorous voyages to exotic destinations. 264 pages. 8½ inches x 11". Hard cover, w/just jecket. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM OUR SOCIETY. Contact the Steamship Historical Society of America for details on purchasing.
Howard Smith Shipping: Enterprise and Diversity, 1854-2001
Author: Ian Farquhar, ISBN: 0 9599079 5 5, Ref: 8412, Publisher: Nautical Association of Australia, 2002
Howard Smith was in the business of shipping longer than any other Australian ship owner. From the purchase of the 177-ton passenger and cargo steamer EXPRESS in 1854 until the sale of the last cargo ship, the 54,880-ton tanker ERA in 1997, Howard Smith developed into one of Australia’s major shipping companies and industrial enterprises. Originally established by Captain William Howard Smith, in partnership with his sons, it was significant that there was always a member of the Howard Smith family on the Board of the company, from the time of the first limited liability company in 1883 until 1999 - a unique record not matched by any other Australian listed company of its size. Apart from a 32-page brochure produced by the company for its centenary in 1954, no previous history of the Howard Smith group has been published. With a Foreword by Captain John J. Evans, WSS member Ian Farquhar’s 168 page reference work provides a brief history of the company, a 192 item Chronology dealing with significant events in the history of the company, details of directors, financial information, and a comprehensive list of all the cargo and passenger vessels, hulks, lighters and managed tonnage. While towage and salvage interests are covered in the history and chronology, the book does not include a separate listing of all the tugs owned or in joint ventures. The book contains 116 illustrations featuring virtually all the cargo and passenger ships, and the early tugs, with many of the photographs being published for the first time. Although concentrating on the shipping history, the book also provides details of the other ventures in coal, sugar, steel, cement, tourism, heavy industry, banking, distribution and hardware in which the Howard Smith group was involved during its 147 year history - a history which only came to an end in August 2001 when the company was acquired by the Perth based group, Wesfarmers. Being a history of the ships, both owned and managed from 1854, together with a brief history and chronology of significant dates in the history of the Howard Smith Group, with particular emphasis on the shipping history. A detailed list of all harbour and salvage tugs either woned or operated in partnerships after 1962 has not been included. 168 pages. 185 mm x 260 mm. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM OUR SOCIETY. The distribution of the book in the United Kingdom and Europe is solely being handled by John and Marion Clarkson, 18, Franklands, Longton, Preston, PR4 5PD, United Kingdom. Copies are available from them at £17.50 plus £1.50 postage and packaging for U.K. orders or £3.00 for European orders. For the rest of the world, copies can be obtained from the Treasurer, Nautical Association of Australia Inc., P O Box 142, Caulfield South, Victoria, 3162, Australia. at a cost of $A42.00 which includes postage and packing within Australia or New Zealand. Add additional postage $A8.00 for other international destinations.
Huddart Parker: A Famous Australasian Shipping Company 1876-1961
Authors: W.A. Laxon (completed by H.W. Dick, I.J. Farquhar, T.S. Stevens), ISBN: ???, Ref: 8682, Publisher: Nautical Association of Australia, 2008
While writing a history of Huddart Parker, Auckland maritime historian Bill Laxon regrettably became ill and died. His draft script was taken over and completed by three of his friends – Howard Dick, Ian Farquhar and Tom Stevens. The 248 page book is the first definitive history of this important Melbourne-based shipowner. Huddart Parker was not only a famous Australian interstate shipping company but also the only one to maintain a passenger line to New Zealand. Its coastal liners Westralia and Zealandia, trans-Tasman liners Ulimaroa and Wanganella and Bass Strait ferries Nairana and Taroona were all household names. The company also operated a fleet of interstate cargo ships, tugs at Melbourne and Port Adelaide, and excursion steamers on Port Phillip Bay. Besides shipping, it owned large coal mines, had shareholdings in many other companies, and was a pioneer investor in domestic aviation. This book records the history from the arrival of the founders during the gold rush of the 1850s, through the establishment of the company in 1876 to its takeover and withdrawal from shipping in 1961. There are appendices on the Bay excursion trade, James Huddart’s Canadian Australian Royal Mail Line, personalia, shore offices, tugs, collieries and the company’s venture into aviation, as well as a detailed fleet list and comprehensive index. It is a soft-cover publication (250 x 176 cm) of 248 pages with 135 illustrations of virtually all the cargo and passenger ships, Bay steamers and tugs.
Author: Graham Atkinson, ISBN: 1 902 953 14 2, Ref: 8495, Publisher: Bernard McCall, 2004
The Hudson company is perhaps best known for its collier fleet that became a familiar sight loading coal in ports in the north-east of England for delivery to utility comnpanies in the south-east. It later expanded and its dry cargo ships appeared in other trades. Tankers of various sizes were also in the fleet. A link with the Norwegian Mosvold company brought several specialised ships into company management along with bulkers and tweendeckers. The book includes a detailed fleet list of all owned and managed vessels, profusely illustrated by 143 black/white and 12 colour photographs. A4 format. 96 pages. Soft cover. THIS IS NOT A WORLD SHIP SOCIETY PUBLICATION, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE SOCIETY. Published by Bernard McCall, For purchase information contact bernard@coastalshipping.co.uk or refer to website www.coastalshipping.co.uk [09.2009]
