This quirky compendium of nautical stories, facts, figures and miscellany is a must-have for all the salty sea-dogs out there. From stories of dramatic voyages, myths, superstitions and famous sea battles, to curious sea creatures and our greatest explorers, this charming book brings together the expertise of world-leading curators in a pocket-sized volume.
Fish and Shipsis a celebration of the practical and the bizarre: inspiring tales of nautical endeavour, notable firsts, the origins of maritime sayings and the weird and wonderful lifeforms in the depths of the sea.
By:
National Maritime Museum Imprint: National Maritime Museum Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 172mm,
Width: 132mm,
ISBN:9781906367763 ISBN 10: 1906367760 Pages: 176 Publication Date:23 March 2023 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
The National Maritime Museumis the world's largest maritime museum, telling stories of Britain's epic relationship with the sea - global encounters, cultural exchange and human endurance.