9781528118903 - Ship Transportation (Classic Reprint) von Ketchum, Henry George Clopper (4 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the history of ship transport, from ancient times to the present, with a particular focus on the development and implementation of ship railways. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities presented by ship transport, including the need to transport ships across land and the complexities of operating a ship railway. The book draws on a range of sources, including historical documents, engineering reports, and interviews with experts in the field. The book's analysis offers insight into the ways in which ship transport has shaped global trade and commerce, and its implications for the development of transportation infrastructure. Ultimately, this book provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of the history of ship transport, fostering a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by this critical industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Zustand: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Ship TransportationThe Hydraulic Lift Graving Dock at the Victoria Docks, London, has been in operation nearly thirty years and has lifted about four thousand vessels with perfect safety. It is 300 feet long a.