Record Breakers of the North Atlantic : Blue Riband Liners 1838-1952

Kludas, Arnold, Borchert, Dietmar

ISBN 10: 1861761414 / ISBN 13: 9781861761415

Published by Chatham Publishing, 2003

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP72201526

Synopsis:

The 'Blue Riband', a mythical trophy for the fastest ship on the Atlantic, has fascinated the public for almost 200 years. Like 'Titanic', it is a term which has acquired legendary status, and the two certainly have one thing in common: until very recently much that had been written about them was distorted and incorrect. This book aims to provide an accurate account of this search for speed across the Atlantic. Though the competition never existed officially, the 'Battle for the Blue Riband' was real enough, and the contest to produce the fastest ocean-going giant between the Old and New Worlds was one which was embraced by five nations. From the early paddle-steamers to the last great high-speed, four-screw turbine liners this book tells a tale of rivalry and engineering feats which embraced the commercial motivation of the great shipping lines as well as the political ambitions of governments.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Record Breakers of the North Atlantic : Blue...
Publisher: Chatham Publishing
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Edition: First UK edition.