Maritime and nautical trades Books
Hodder & Stoughton How To Read Water
Book Synopsis''A wonderful read... It''s one of those books that gives you a new pair of eyes to see the world in a different way. I''ve been transported by it... You''ll love every minute, the writing is absolutely beautiful.'' - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall From the bestselling author of THE WALKER''S GUIDE TO OUTDOOR CLUES AND SIGNSA must-have book for walkers, sailors, swimmers, anglers and everyone interested in the natural world, in How To Read Water, Natural Navigator Tristan Gooley shares knowledge, skills, tips and useful observations to help you enjoy the landscape around you and learn about the magic of the outdoors from your living room.Includes over 700 clues, signs and patterns. From wild swimming in Sussex to wayfinding in Oman, via the icy mysteries of the Arctic, Tristan Gooley draws on his own pioneering journeys to reveal the secrets of ponds, puddles, rivers, oceans and more to show us all the skills we need to Trade ReviewThis inspired guide to water in all its forms will make a big splash...Gooley has done his subject proud - this is seriously fascinating stuff. * The Times *This study of the behaviour of rivers, lakes and seas brims over with astonishing facts... His observational skills can be breathtaking... Gooley's infectious delight in knowledge translates into a gleeful hoarding of words... The joy of these words and phenomena is that they make you yearn to observe them in the real world... Gooley even manages to explain tides coherently and excitingly in just 14 pages, which is quite some feat, given that they are a lot more complicated than being a mere effect of the moon's gravity. * The Sunday Times *Quite apart from being well written and an enjoyable read, there is plenty in the book that is revelatory. * The Royal Institute of Navigation *He writes with passion, humour and clarity and engages so deeply with the tributaries of inquiry that reading it feels as exhilarating as being towed by a dolphin...There's so much here that I can't do it justice; chapters on water at night; currents and tides; reading waves; the coast. This is an absolute gem of a book. A must-have for anyone who loves the water. * The Outdoor Swimming Society *The goal of the author is to have his readers never look at water the same way after reading this book. He has certainly achieved his objective and I doubt I will now ever be able to walk past a lake or even a pond without checking for surface patterns. * thebookbag.co.uk *The quirks and habits and secrets of good old H2O were crying out to have a book written about them. That said, it had to be written by the right person... Fortunately, the job went to Tristan Gooley... His tales recount wisdom gathered on the ground (literally), often by trial and error, and his joy at discovering something almost makes you feel you did the work yourself... The book doesn't just cover the rural sections of the waterfront: urban dwellers get a look-in too. * The Spectator *Gooley, who has single-handedly been reviving natural navigation in this age of GPS, has the birdwatching skills of Bill Oddie and the deductive powers of Sherlock Holmes. He can make you feel that you've spent half your life walking about with your eyes only half-open. He does it again with this fascinating guide to watching and interpreting water, everywhere from the garden pond to the Pacific. * Telegraph *Tristan Gooley's lovely and exhaustively researched book...if you like water, as I do, you will learn a lot. * Wall Street Journal *Anyone who spends time in, on, or by, water - whether at the helm of a narrowboat or merely playing Poohsticks with grandkids - will benefit from some of the extraordinary insights in this book. * Waterways World *
£11.69
Schiffer Publishing Ltd ASD Tugs Thrust and Azimuth
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£36.79
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Practical Guide to Celestial Navigation
Book SynopsisThe practical guide to celestial navigation - know what to do step by step, understand why you''re doing it, and be confident that you can put it into practice when on board.Did you know that a person standing on the equator is effectively travelling at 900mph? And did you know that you can use this information to work out where you are in the world, to an accuracy of about 3 or 4 miles? No GPS, no computers. Just a sextant, some tables from an Almanac and the knowledge in this book. It's the only back up if the GPS goes down, so it's a matter of safety. If you want to qualify as a commercial skipper/superyacht captain you need to know how to carry out celestial navigation. And if you want to pass the RYA Ocean Yachtmaster exam, you need to know it too. It's a major stumbling block for many sailors wanting or needing to take their next qualifications, and the other books on the market are complex and often assume some prior understanding. This book fulfils the need for a clear eTrade ReviewA book for the highly competent navigator...but also for those who feel a headache at the very sight of astro-navigation tables... The reader who set out to do only the minimum finds herself imperceptibly beginning to wonder what she did with that old sextant she put away in despair long ago. -- Julia Jones * Yachting Monthly *The author guides the reader through the subject, demystifying the aspects hat have stymied many would-be practitioners over the years. * Classic Boat *From the moment one picks it up The Practical Guide to Celestial Navigation impresses as being well-produced. It would make an excellent present for any skipper planning a long passage – total reliance on electronics is never a good idea – and will keep them occupied for many hours thereafter. * Flying Fish *Beautifully written. All the theory and practice is explained clearly with well-illustrated diagrams * Practical Boat Owner *Experienced yacht sector instructor Phil Somerville has produced a superbly engaging educational resource… Even a maritime novice may be inspired to dream of mastering this timeless skill. * Nautilus Telegraph *Guides to reader through the subject, demsytifying the aspects that have stymied many would-be practitioners over the years. * Sailing Today *Comprehensive, practical…with helpful full-colour illustrations…you’ll quickly be able to put Somerville’s fascinating guide to practice once you’re onboard your boat. * Lifeboat Magazine *The beauty of this book is that it demystifies the subject and explains it in clear and concise language, liberally supported by diagrams and evocative photographs. * Cruising *Table of ContentsAbout the author Acknowledgements Introduction A bit of history Why bother? A bit about this book Chapter 1 The basics Latitude and longitude Earth rotation Great circles Chapter 2 Foundation of celestial navigation and the geographical position Geographical position (GP) Position lines and lines of position Chapter 3 Defining the geographical position Declination Greenwich Hour Angle (GHA) Obtaining the sun’s GP Proforma introduction Chapter 4 Sextant corrections Index error Height of eye (dip) Altitude correction Applying the corrections: example Chapter 5 The PZX triangle A bit of background Chapter 6 The intercept method Chapter 7 Sight Reduction Tables The four keys Chapter 8 Undertaking a full sight reduction Resources Sight reduction Chapter 9 Sun sight reduction – Quick Start and recap Resources Completing a sun sight reduction Chapter 10 Meridian passage How we take the sight Worked example Resources Chapter 11 Meridian passage – Quick Start and recap Resources Completing a meridian passage sight Chapter 12 Plotting Sun Run Sun: morning sun sight and meridian passage Plotting a Sun Run Sun Sun Run Sun: morning sight and afternoon sight Sun Run Sun: meridian passage and afternoon sight Chapter 13 Compass checking Variation Deviation Sight reduction for compass checking Checking for deviation Worked example Chapter 14 Time Time zones Chronometer A practical solution for accurate timekeeping International Date Line Chapter 15 Sextant: Practical aspects of sight taking Overview Errors Undertaking a sight Reading the sextant Sextant care Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Appendices 1. Sun sight proforma 2. Sun sight proforma guide 3. Meridian passage proforma 4. Meridian passage proforma guide 5. Plotting sheet 6. Plotting guide 7. Longitude scale plotting 8. Z versus Zn 9. Assumed longitude 10. Adding and subtracting of 60ths 11. Polaris Glossary Index
£28.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Creative Ropecraft
Book SynopsisCreative Ropecraft is a wonderful collection of practical nautical knots and decorative ropework. Anyone tempted to try their hand at this will be able to follow the steps easily thanks to Stuart Grainger''s exquisite and clear drawings. This brand new, fully updated edition has a foreword, revisions, and tips from knotting expert, Des Pawson. Readers can learn how to tie and use a wide variety of knots, both practical and elaborate, including: crown and wall knotsturk''s heads door knockershammocksmatsbeltscuff linkstable lampsrope-edged trays and much more. This book will be beautifully presented in a larger format, in full colour, and with new photography and material from Des Pawson. It will now sit comfortably alongside the successful Knot Craft and Rope Mats.Reviews of the previous edition: ''The best fancy knotting book...only when you''ve tried can you know just how good.'' Knotting Matters ''Essential for any knot tyer''s library. Stuart Grainger''sTrade ReviewThis brand-new, fully updated edition is an essential guide for learning how to tie and use a wide variety of knots. * Powerboat & RIB Magazine *Table of ContentsForeword by Des Pawson Preface to the Fourth Edition Introduction 1. Cordage characteristics - Standard knots 2. Bindings, multi-strand knots and splices 3. Single strand fancy knots 4. Plaits and sennits of up to six strands 5. Multi-strand combination knots 6. Covering and netting 7. Ropecraft design 8. Practical Projects Conclusion and Bibliography Useful suppliers Index
£16.19
Pearson Education (US) Maritime Structural Fitter Trainee Guide Level 1
Book SynopsisThis exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes: Welding Safety, Oxyfuel Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Electrodes, Tack Welding, Fire Watch, Introduction to Structural Fitter Drawings, and Fitting One. Table of ContentsMODULES 240 hours (Includes 100 hours of Maritime Industry Fundamentals which is a prerequisite for Level 1 completion and must be purchased separately.) All of the modules listed below are included in the Trainee and Instructor Guide(s). The following ISBN and pricing information is for ordering individual modules only. Welding Safety (2.5 Hours) (Module ID 29101-09; from Welding Level One) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610526-8 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610505-3 Oxyfuel Cutting (17.5 Hours) (Module ID 29102-09; from Welding Level One) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610528-2 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610506-0 Base Metal Preparation (12.5 Hours) (Module ID 29105-09; from Welding Level One) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610531-2 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610545-9 Weld Quality (10 Hours) (Module ID 29106-09; from Welding Level One) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610532-9 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610546-6 Shielded Metal Arc Electrodes (2.5 Hours) (Module ID 29108-09; from Welding Level One) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610534-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-610548-0 Tack Welding (40 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377945-5 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377950-9 (Module ID 86101-14) Describes how to set up welding equipment, strike an arc, and make tack welds in order to maintain proper alignment of parts in anticipation of finish welding. Covers the machines, tools, and techniques used to make tack welds in various positions. Fire Watch (5 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377947-9 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377951-6 (Module ID 86102-14) Prepares a worker to perform fire watch duties in support of welding and flame cutting activities. Describes the classes of fires and the methods used to extinguish them, as well as the responsibilities of a person assigned as a fire watch. Introduction to Structural Fitter Drawings (10 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377948-6 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377953-0 (Module ID 86103-14) Covers fundamental skills needed to read fabrication drawings that are commonly used by structural fitters. Focuses on basic drawing elements such as title blocks, revision blocks, and drawing lines and introduces plan, elevation, and detail drawings. Fitting One (40 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377949-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-377954-7 (Module ID 86104-14) Introduces layout tools, fitting tools, and fitting aids used to fit up and align plate joints. Incorporates hands-on tasks through which the beginning fitter will learn how to perform basic layout, alignment, and fit-up tasks.
£86.92
Pearson Education (US) Introduction to Maritime Industry Trainee Guide
Book SynopsisIntroduces the facilities, methods, and processes used in the shipbuilding and repair industry. Describes the impact the industry has on the U.S. economy and explores the various craft opportunities available to workers. Provides an overview of the safety practices specific to the industry.Table of Contents12.5 Hours PAPERBACK ISBN Trainee Guide: $22 978-0-13-295443-3 Instructor’s Guide: $22 978-0-13-294334-5 (Module ID 84101-13) Introduces the facilities, methods, and processes used in the shipbuilding and repair industry. Describes the impact the industry has on the U.S. economy and explores the various craft opportunities available to workers. Provides an overview of the safety practices specific to the industry.
£30.62
WW Norton & Co Celestial Navigation
Book SynopsisTo the uninitiated, celestial navigation appears to be a somewhat frightening exercise in mathematics.
£14.24
The University of Michigan Press Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes
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£20.85
Manchester University Press International Seafarers and Transnationalism in
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Although the fundamental question addressed by the book is fairly theoretical, the arguement is illustrated by much vivid, poignant and often amusing material from Sampson's observation and interviews"(Matthew Reisz, Times Higher Education Supplement, 19th June 2014), Matthew Reisz, Times Higher Education Supplement, 19 June 2014 -- .Table of ContentsList of figuresAcknowledgements1. All at sea 2. Transnationality and structured space 3. Changes in the shipping industry and their consequences for contemporary seafarers 4. Transmigrant seafarers in Germany5. Life on board: ships, hierarchy, and workloads 6. Physical places and social spaces: seafarers at work and rest 7. Nationality and transnationality at sea 8. The transnational household? 9. On transnationalism, people, and space Bibliography
£76.50
Manchester University Press International Seafarers and Transnationalism in
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Although the fundamental question addressed by the book is fairly theoretical, the arguement is illustrated by much vivid, poignant and often amusing material from Sampson's observation and interviews"(Matthew Reisz, Times Higher Education Supplement, 19th June 2014), Matthew Reisz, Times Higher Education Supplement, 19 July 2014|"It is hard to imagine an industry as globalized as merchant shipping, and yet the 1.5 million seafarers employed within it are largely absent from scholarly discussions of transnationalism. This book, which assesses whether international seafarers are transnational and why it matters, is hence overdue. Drawing on fieldwork at sea and in India and Germany, Helen Sampson evaluates the extent to which seafarers are ‘embedded’ within the social life of ships, on the one hand, and within communities on land, on the other. In addressing this question, she attends primarily to the structural factors that impact upon seafarers' ability to integrate into ‘communities’ aboard and ashore."(Olivia Swift, Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute, March 2014) , Olivia Swift, Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute Vol20, Issue 1, 2014 -- .Table of Contents1. All at sea2. Transnationality and structured space 3. Changes in the shipping industry and their consequences for contemporary seafarers 4. Transmigrant seafarers in Germany5. Life on board: ships, hierarchy, and workloads 6. Physical places and social spaces: seafarers at work and rest 7. Nationality and transnationality at sea 8. The transnational household? 9. On transnationalism, people, and space Bibliography Index
£18.99
The History Press Ltd Medway Tales
Book SynopsisThe River Medway has long sustained those who have lived along its banks. Collated by maritime journalist Wilf Lower, Medway Tales: Life on the Dividing River comprises a lively collection of feature articles detailing the people of the Medway and the fascinating stories that they have to tell. Some are newcomers, bringing innovative ideas and crafts, whilst others have spent their lives on the river and have a unique and valuable knowledge of it. Together they create a fascinating social landscape, combining images of a disappearing past with future hopes and aspirations that often includes preservation of traditions. Featuring many previously unpublished photographs, the evolution of life on the river is traced from the older traditional industries through to the newer water leisure activities and the development of tourism. This book is a fascinating miscellany of what was, is, and may be the future of the River Medway.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd The Lifeboat Baronet
Book SynopsisThe Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is a treasured charity whose mission is to save lives at sea, but what is known of its founder, Sir William Hillary? Back in the early nineteenth century, when death from shipwreck was a tragic reality of life, the handsome, charismatic and adventurous Hillary decided to atone for his chequered past and do something to prevent it. His journey from Regency rake to national hero led him to leave his slave-owning family in Liverpool, travel abroad, mingle with royalty, marry an heiress and, during the Napoleonic Wars, head the largest volunteer army in Britain. Then, financial and marital catastrophe struck. Forced to seek exile on the Isle of Man, a harrowing shipwreck and guilty conscience inspired his historic campaign. Having battled to found the National Institution for the Preservation of Life from Shipwreck (today's RNLI) in 1824, Hillary's commitment never faltered. He frequently took to the lifeboats, braving terrifying storms and sa
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Mercer University Press Lighthouses of the Georgia Coast
Book SynopsisReviews the basics of lighthouse design and construction, the role, lore and legacy of lighthouse keepers, the significance of lighthouses as strategic structures during the turbulent days of the Civil War, and more. The book is richly illustrated with both contemporary and historical photos.
£24.40
Morgans Technical Books Ltd Pocket Book of the International Regulations for
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£6.09
Submex Ltd The Professional Divers Handbook
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£35.10
DEADGOOD Publications Now the Long Tricks Over A British Merchant Seamans Life from 1932
£10.99
Liverpool University Press A Community Enterprise The History of the Port
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£29.99
Liverpool University Press Those Emblems of Hell European Sailors and the
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£29.99
Liverpool University Press Harbours and Havens Essays in Port History in
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press Guide to the Records of Merseyside Maritime
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press A Select Bibliography of British and Irish
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press From Wheel House to Counting House Essays in
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£29.99
Liverpool University Press The Diary of John Holt
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press Guide to the Records of Merseyside Maritime
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press British Tramp Shipping 17501914
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£29.99
Liverpool University Press In Troubled Times The Port of Liverpool 19051938
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£27.50
Liverpool University Press British Shipping and World Competition
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£29.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Superyacht Success
£21.25
Headline Publishing Group My Lord and Spymaster Spymaster 3 A series of
Book SynopsisJoanna Bourne returns to the French Revolution, pairing espionage and burning romance to create an unforgettable love story. For fans of Stephanie Laurens, Elizabeth Hoyt and Poldark, this is a must-read.A daring beauty, she''s infamous for taking chances... Now she''ll risk everything for love.Raised as a poor but cunning pickpocket, Jess Whitby has grown into a wealthy young woman. But when her father is wrongly accused of selling secrets to Napoleon, she must rely on her guile to save him. She never dreamed her search for the real traitor would begin by waking up naked in a captain''s bed. Or how little she''d mind...Captain Sebastian Kennett finds himself infatuated with the courageous spirit of the kidnap victim he saves. She''s equally enthralled by his commanding strength - until she discovers that this spellbinding seaman could be traitor she''s hunting, and the man to determine her both her father''s fate and her fuTrade ReviewOnce in a while, during every reader's literary life, you encounter a book that reminds you why you are a reader. It renews your faith, if faith was lost; it rekindles your interest, if interest waned; and every word, every page, is a wonder... If Ms. Bourne continues writing at such quality, she would deserve to be called one of the greatest romance authors ever. And I mean that * All About Romance *Bourne is a master wordsmith, able to charm, excite or break a reader's heart with the stroke of her pen * Dear Author *Once in a while, during every reader's literary life, you encounter a book that reminds you why you are a reader. It renews your faith, if faith was lost; it rekindles your interest, if interest waned; and every word, every page, is a wonder... If Ms. Bourne continues writing at such quality, she would deserve to be called one of the greatest romance authors ever. And I mean that * All About Romance *Clear your schedule - once you start reading, you won't be able to stop! * Romantic Times *Bourne is a master wordsmith, able to charm, excite or break a reader's heart with the stroke of her pen * Dear Author *Clear your schedule - once you start reading, you won't be able to stop! * Romantic Times *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Reeds 21st Century Ship Management
Book SynopsisThe first modern title to cover the varied and complex world of ship management in the 21st century.Ship management has constantly had to evolve to take into account the advancements in technology as well as the demands of the shipping industry. Having internet access and email on board ship has meant that the ship manager has to possess certain sets of skills to function effectively in the post, including computer literacy. The emergence of large multi-national ship management companies has also changed how business is conducted, and this in turn means that the ship manager and tiers of management within the organization have had to evolve to cope with the demands of working with a multi-national workforce. Furthermore, since the mid-1980s there has been an ever expanding raft of legislation that is more restrictive for companies to meet, and a shrinking of profit margins has seen a shift in how companies are required to operate to survive.This book addressesTrade ReviewProduced to high standards, well laid out, referenced and indexed, this offers first-class advice and information to both prospective and practicing ship managers and should serve a standard reference to the subject for many years ahead. * Nautilus *This book, from the pen of a former master mariner with many years experience of how crews work together, focuses as much on the people who manage ships as on the theory and practice of ship management. -- Richard Clayton, Chief Maritime Analyst * IHS Safety at Sea *Table of ContentsForeword \ Introduction \ 1. A Brief History of Ship Management \ 2. Legislation – The four pillars – SOLAS – MARPOL – STCW – MLC \ 3. Ship Certificates and Document \ 4. What Is Required of a Ship Manager? \ 5. The ISM Code, The ISPS Code, PSC \6. 3rd Party Inspections \ 7. Working as Part of a Team and What That Means \ 8. Job Descriptions and What They Mean \ 9. An Introduction to Commercial Ship Practices and How They Affect the Ship Manager \ 10. Operational Management and Ship Types \ 11. Fatigue at Sea and in the Office \ 12. Emergency Response and the Role of the Ship Manager \ 13. Effective Communications \ 14. Introduction to Chartering and Marine Insurance \ 15. Budgets and Statistics \ 16. Relationship between the Ship Manager, the Master, the Company Security Officer and Designated Person \ References \ Glossary of Terms\ Recommended Reading\ Useful Websites
£28.50
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Reeds Marine Deck 2 Crammer for Deck Officer Oral
Book SynopsisA no-nonsense study guide helping seafarers to pass their MCA or Flag State oral exams for Deck Officer qualifications. This handy revision guide is the one book that Deck Officer Cadets, Master and Deck Officers will want by their side when studying for the much-feared oral exams. Expert marine training director Simon Jinks strips back the masses of information to the core essential points that are easy to absorb and quick to remember when it comes to the oral assessment.The MCA Deck Officer (Officer of the Watch, Chief Mate and Master) syllabi cover a vast amount of information that candidates are required to understand and use in their oral exam, which for many presents a major stumbling block to qualification. While it inevitably takes a long time for candidates to build up this wealth of knowledge, this study aid is the perfect refresher, listing the key points and including helpful sample questions and worked examples on tidal working, radar plotting and more.Written in siTrade ReviewA must-have resource for students submitting to MCA oral exams. * Roger Seymour, Senior RYA Examiner, Hamble School of Yachting *Table of ContentsBusiness and Law M Notices, Conventions Seaworthiness Stability, safe access, safe movement, Life Saving Appliances Pollution Prevention Marpol, annexes Responses to emergencies Musters, Man Over Board, Fire, Flooding Manoeuvering the vessel Interaction, transverse thrust Distress signals IRPCS Section I, II, III. Lights, Shapes Safe Navigational Watch STCW Ch VIII, Bridge watchkeeping Meteorology Fronts, Measurement, Stevenson screens Passage planning Appraise, Plan, Execute, Monitor
£25.65
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Heroes of the RNLI: The Storm Warriors
Book SynopsisWhenever vessels have foundered off the coasts of Britain, there have always been those willing to give their all to save those in peril. But in 1823, Sir William Hillary decided that this admirable but impromptu approach was not enough. He believed that many more lives could be saved by the establishment of a national, organised rescue service. His idea was realised the following year. From the days of oar-powered open boats to modern high speed, hi-tech vessels, rescuers have battled storms and unimaginable conditions, risking - and sometimes forfeiting - their own lives in efforts to save others. The most outstanding of these operations led to the awarding of gold medals for gallantry, the RNLI version of the Victoria Cross. Above all, these are human stories. Using information gleaned from archives, contemporary newspaper accounts and genealogical records, this book looks not just at the details of the rescues, but into the people behind them.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc U.S. Flag Maritime Industry: Sustainability,
Book SynopsisChapter 1 examines the state of the U.S. flag Maritime Industry including the U.S. Merchant Marine. It includes testimony from the U.S. Coast Guard (Coast Guard or Service), the Maritime Administration (MARAD), and representatives of the maritime industry. The U.S. government relies on U.S.-flag vessels that trade internationally to transport cargo and to provide a pool of U.S. mariners who could be called upon in times of crisis for DODs reserve fleet. Chapter 2 discusses: (1) the effect the U.S. governments support for the U.S.-flag fleet has had on national defense needs and other government programs; (2) the challenges identified by stakeholders in sustaining the U.S.-flag fleet for defense needs; and (3) the status of the mandated national strategies related to the U.S.-flag fleet The U.S. economy is dependent on the expeditious flow of millions of tons of cargo each day through the global supply chainthe flow of goods from manufacturers to retailers. Chapter 3 discusses the progress and challenges associated with CBPs implementation of initiatives and programs responsible for enhancing the security of the global supply chain. Chapter 4 examines emerging maritime technologies. It will explore how such technologies could improve U.S. Coast Guard mission performance and enhance the safety and efficiency of maritime transportation.
£163.19
Nova Science Publishers Inc Coast Guard Deepwater Program: Background &
Book SynopsisThe Integrated Deepwater Systems (IDS) program, or Deepwater program for short, is a $24-billion, 25-year project to replace and modernise the Coast Guard''s ageing fleet of deepwater-capable ships and aircraft. It is the largest and most complex acquisition effort in Coast Guard history, encompassing 91 new cutters, 124 new small surface craft, and 244 new or converted aeroplanes, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Deepwater program has received a total of about $4.4 billion through FY2007, including about $1.14 billion in FY2007. For FY2008, the Coast Guard requested $836.9 million in new appropriations and the rescission of $48.8 million in prior-year appropriations for the program, for a net total request of $788.1 million. This new book presents an in-depth analysis of the program and its significance.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Maritime Tankers: Terrorist Threats, Consequences
Book SynopsisU. S. energy needs rest heavily on ship-based imports. Tankers bring 55 percent of the nation''s crude oil supply, as well as liquefied gases and refined products like jet fuel. This supply chain is potentially vulnerable in many places here and abroad, as borne out by several successful overseas attacks on ships and facilities. This book addresses (1) the types of threats to tankers and the potential consequences of a successful attack, (2) measures taken to protect tankers and challenges federal agencies face in making these actions effective, and (3) plans in place for responding to a successful attack and potential challenges stakeholders face in responding. The review spans several foreign and domestic ports, and multiple steps to analyze data and gather opinions from agencies and stakeholders. This is an excerpted and edited version of a GAO Report.
£29.99
Casemate Publishers Beneath the Restless Wave: Memoirs of a Cold War
Book SynopsisAn engaging first-hand memoir of life in the Royal Navy during the Cold WarTony Beasley joined the Royal Navy as a teenager in 1946. This biography recalls the adventures he had during his time in the Navy, from training and specialisation as a telegraphist to being unexpectedly sent to work on submarines. He describes what it was like to work on a submarine during the Cold War, and describes the patrols and missions he was involved in, in particular when the submarine he was serving on was sent to the Barents Sea to undertake covert operations, namely to spy on the Soviet Fleet. Before this mission the crew of the submarine were advised that if anything went wrong it 'never happened'. Needless to say it did go wrong. Tony emerged a hero, but a hero who wasn't allowed to tell anyone where he had been or what he had done. Now in his eighties, Tony finally gets to tell his story.Trade Review...the whole book is a good read...a first class story, giving an excellent picture of the early post war navy and is well recommended. * Scuttlebutt *...his accounts of service in in frigates in the 1950s and ELINT training at HMS Mercury make good reading.. * Warships International *Memories of a life spent at sea are told with a refreshing mix of dark humour and brutal honesty. * Chichester Observer *If you are interested in the Royal Navy or even Cold War history, there is stuff here to help expand your knowledge. * War History Online *A controversial account of a Royal Navy submariners’ experiences, good and bad, in the Cold War. * Naval Review *...his accounts of service in in frigates in the 1950s and ELINT training at HMS Mercury make good reading.. * Navy News *Table of ContentsIntroduction Prologue Mum, what’s war? A boy sailor Early days at sea A life above water, not under it The art of radar; Run silent, run deep Sputnik; HMS Devonshire Applying for a war pension Epilogue Acknowledgements
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Arctic Maritime Infrastructure: Key Issues and
Book SynopsisThe United States is an Arctic nation. Due to climate change, the Arctic is warming faster than any other region on Earth. As the loss of sea ice creates a more accessible Arctic, the nation must consider risks and opportunities for commerce and economic growth; security of our maritime domain; indigenous peoples and their subsistence cultures; and marine resource management, particularly along the Alaskan coast. To enhance Arctic marine transportation safety, protect Arctic people and the environment, build Arctic marine infrastructure, and to ensure safe and secure maritime shipping in the Arctic, Congress directed that the interagency Committee on Marine Transportation System (CMTS) coordinate the establishment of domestic transportation policies in the Arctic. This book answers that Congressional directive while addressing the considerations outlined above. This book also discusses current commercial maritime activity in the U.S. Arctic and anticipated activity in the next 10 years; actions taken by government entities in support of planning and developing U.S. Arctic maritime infrastructure; and federal interagency efforts to identify and prioritize Arctic maritime-infrastructure investments.
£146.24
Naval Institute Press Saltwater Leadership: A Primer on Leadership for
Book SynopsisSaltwater Leadership, Second Edition is about leadership in the maritime environment. The unforgiving, dynamic, and unconquerable nature of the sea requires direct leadership, often with very little margin of error. The unique and common nature of professional life on the sea applies not only to junior naval leaders but also officer and enlisted leaders from the Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines. Based on decades of leadership experiences, Saltwater Leadership covers a wide variety of topics, including basic junior officer leadership, taking care of people, providing forceful backup, leadership and culture, and professional competence.Trade ReviewPraise from the first edition of Saltwater Leadership:"Saltwater Leadership is more than a terrific, relevant leadership primer for young officers. It's a worthwhile read regardless of seniority and a book to be perused often as a valuable, practical leadership course check."- ADM Gary Roughead, USN (Ret.), Former Chief of Naval Operations;"I wish I had owned this book when I was a junior officer at sea. I hope you'll read it, and be a better officer for it. Our nation needs that."- President George H. W. Bush, LT JG, USNR
£23.70
Emerald Publishing Limited Maritime Logistics: Contemporary Issues
Book SynopsisContemporary practice and scientific innovation consider the logistics aspects of shipping or maritime and seaport operations as one of the most important areas for future development of competitive advantages in business and for study and research. This book is the first of its kind, adopting the innovative approach of dealing with the overlap between shipping, ports and logistics and covering the current issues having a significant impact on the industry. It brings together leading authorities in the field to consider for the first time maritime logistics, and in doing so it defines the area, registers its boundaries and contributes to its development. Contributions cover holistically a broad range of major topics at the forefront of practice, research and scholarship in the shipping and port industry in terms of its relevance to logistics management. Topics include: CSR aspects of maritime logistics; green, sustainable and environmental issues in maritime logistics; network development of shipping and ports as major players in the industry; security aspects of maritime logistics and supply chains; IT in maritime logistics; and, supply chain oriented port and its performance.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Container Liner Shipping, Port Development and Competition. Container Flows and Empty Container Repositioning. Port Congestion and Implications to Maritime Logistics. Port Choice Model of Transhipment Cargo Using System Dynamics. Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain Security. Risk Management in Maritime Logistics and Supply Chains. Information Technology in Maritime Logistics Management: A Case-Based Approach from CoA to SLA. Port Value Chains and the Role of Interdependencies. Overview and Gaps in Container Terminal Industry Studies. Corporate Social Responsibility in Maritime Logistics. Green Maritime Logistics and Sustainability. Maritime Logistics in EU Green Ports and Short Sea Shipping. Assessing the Environmental Impact of Maritime Operations in Ports: A Systems Approach. Concluding Remarks. Prelims.
£84.54
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Merchants on the Mediterranean: Ottoman-Dutch
Book SynopsisHow easy and uncomplicated was it for an 18th-century, medium-sized, Ottoman trade company to expand its business in the West? Which kind of resources, in terms of knowledge, information, experience, contacts and capital, could guarantee its successful passage from the business environment of a precapitalist oriental market to that of a major commercial and financial center of western Europe? Following the venture of the Ottoman Greek merchants Bartholo and Raphael Cardamici, who in the 1760s traded goods between Smyrna, Constantinople and Amsterdam, Despina Vlami investigates various aspects of the organization and strategy necessary for such an important transition. To expand their wholesale trade business to Amsterdam, the Cardamicis chose as their local correspondent an experienced and strong-minded Dutch merchant, Thomas De Vogel. De Vogel’s letters addressed to his Ottoman clients reveal the course of their business transactions and the making of their personal relationship. At the same time, they are comprehensive and efficient tutorials on trade business and strategy guiding the Ottoman Greek merchants through the unpredictable and unfamiliar 18th-century international business universe.Trade ReviewA stimulating and unprecedented study that traces the everchanging relationship between an experienced Dutch trader and Greek outsiders in the 18th century. A fascinating revisit of the theme of cross-cultural trade through microhistory. * Thierry Allain, Paul Valéry University of Montpellier, France *Based on new primary data, this book analyzes - through the lens of micro-history - the trading activities of a partnership between an Ottoman firm, based in Smyrna and Constantinople, and a Dutch firm, based in Amsterdam. Given the near uniqueness of a study where the Ottoman company is the employer, rather than the agent or intermediary, the book contests the narrative of Western dominance and lack of agency for Ottomans in the Empire’s international trade. * Elena Frangakis-Syrett, The City University of New York, USA *Table of ContentsList of Tables Preface 1. Dutch Merchants in the East, Ottoman Merchants in the West 2. Merchants and Correspondents 3. Threads and Diamonds 4. Ships, Freights and Insurance 5. The Money Trade 6. A Dutch Masterclass of Trading Conclusion Appendix Bibliography
£80.75
University of Wales Press The World of the Newport Medieval Ship: Trade,
Book SynopsisThe Newport Medieval Ship is the most important late-medieval merchant vessel yet recovered. Built c.1450 in northern Spain, it foundered at Newport twenty years later while undergoing repairs. Since its discovery in 2002, further investigations have transformed historians’ understanding of fifteenth-century ship technology. With plans in place to make the ship the centrepiece for a permanent exhibition in Newport, this volume interprets the vessel, to enable visitors, students and researchers to understand the ship and the world from which it came. The volume contains eleven chapters, written by leading maritime archaeologists and historians. Together, they consider its significance and locate the vessel within its commercial, political and social environment.Table of ContentsForeword (HRH The Prince of Wales) List of Contributors List of Figures/Illustrations List of Tables Acknowledgements 1 Introduction (Evan T. Jones) 2 The Newport Medieval Ship: Archaeological Analysis of a Fifteenth Century Merchant Ship (Nigel Nayling and Toby Jones) 3 The Rise and Fall of the Big Ship, 1400-1520 (Ian Friel) 4 Violence at Sea in the Late Fifteenth Century (Susan Rose) 5 Newport During the Fifteenth Century (Bob Trett) 6 Sailing the Severn Sea in the Mid-Fifteenth Century (Ralph A. Griffiths) 7 The Severn Sea: Urban Networks and Connections in the Fifteenth Century (Peter Fleming) 8 The Shipping Industry of the Severn Sea (Evan T. Jones) 9 The Trading Context of the Newport Ship: The Overseas Trade of Bristol and its Region in the Mid-Fifteenth Century (Wendy R. Childs) 10 Bristol’s Overseas Trade in the Later Fifteenth Century: The Evidence of the ‘Particular’ Customs Accounts (Richard Stone) 11 The Iberian Economy and Commercial Exchange with Northwestern Europe in the Later Middle Ages (Hilario Casado Alonso and Flávio Miranda) 12 Trade and Navigation Between the Atlantic and Mediterranean Worlds in the Mid-Fifteenth Century (Francesco Guidi-Bruscoli) Glossary
£26.99
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Geographies of Maritime Transport
Book SynopsisMaritime transport is a constantly evolving critical transport mode, thoroughly explored in this timely book from a geographical perspective. Chapters cover maritime shipping markets, territories of maritime shipping, institutional dimensions, and environmental and future challenges. With contributions from researchers in a range of disciplines, including geography, economics, law and spatial planning, as well as practitioners, the book emphasizes the wide-ranging interest in and impacts of maritime transport. Offering empirically rich studies of historical and contemporary geographies of maritime transport, this book also looks ahead to the importance of adaptation and of questioning the effects of the continued economization of maritime transport. Geography, transport economics, logistics and management scholars will appreciate the thorough case studies and in-depth analyses of the topics offered in the book. It will also benefit industry and government representatives looking for a broader understanding of the recent evolution of maritime transport in a globalizing world. Contributors include: M. Acciaro, G. Aerts, M. Akhavan, C.G. Alvstam, J. Berli, M. Bunel, A. Christodoulou, P. de Langen, M. Dooms, C. Ducruet, H. Ghiara, E. Haezendonck, R. Horster, W. Jacobs, T. Koukaki, J.S.L. Lam, M. Langenus, K. Li, I. Mariotti, A. McKinnon, E. Musso, A.A. Pallis, F. Parola, R. Sabonge, R.J. Sánchez, G. Satta, C. Sillig, H. Sornn-Friese, S.P. Strandenes, A. Tei, H.A. Thanopoulou, C. Tournaye, G. Vaggelas, F. Vitellaro, J. Woxenius, W. ZhangTrade Review'This prodigious work provides a comprehensive overview of issues in maritime transport from a uniquely geographical perspective. In so doing, it brings together an eclectic assortment of insightful, interesting and, sometimes controversial, contributions from some of the world's leading maritime academics.' --Kevin Cullinane, University of Gothenburg, Sweden'If you want an overview of maritime transport and its geographies, this is the book to read. It draws on the experience of a large number of authors to provide wide-ranging coverage of an extensive range of issues. Wilmsmeier and Monios have brought together a noteworthy collection in these pages.' --Jon Shaw, University of Plymouth, UK'Wilmsmeier and Monios have assembled a comprehensive investigation by the world's leading researchers into the many facets of maritime transport geographies. The 20 chapters provide excellent coverage of and insightful commentary on both traditional and emerging issues. This well-crafted book will be of interest to policy-makers, scholars and students.' --Mary R. Brooks, Professor Emerita, Dalhousie University, CanadaTable of ContentsContents: 1 Geographies of maritime transport 1 Gordon Wilmsmeier and Jason Monios 2 The geography of maritime trade: globalisation and beyond 16 Gordon Wilmsmeier and Jason Monios 3 GDP and international seaborne trade: past trends, present breaks and future directions 33 Siri Pettersen Strandenes and Helen A. Thanopoulou 4 Geography versus topology in the evolution of the global container shipping network (1977–2016) 49 César Ducruet, Justin Berli and Mattia Bunel 5 The geography of commodity flows: the bulk sector 71 Theodora Koukaki and Alessio Tei 6 Commodity supply networks as complex adaptive systems: how commodity and freight markets respond to a supply shock 87 Wouter Jacobs and Robert Horster 7 The Panama and Suez Canals: re-engineered to be competitive 100 Rodolfo Sabonge and Ricardo J. Sánchez 8 Belts and Roads: The geopolitics and transport geography of the China–European seaborne trade 117 Claes G. Alvstam 9 Short-distance maritime geographies: short sea shipping, RoRo, feeder and inter-island transport 134 Anastasia Christodoulou and Johan Woxenius 10 Transport on international rivers: a model of governance for the commons? 149 Cécile Tournaye 11 The changing geography of cruise shipping 170 Athanasios A. Pallis and George Vaggelas 12 Container shipping: beyond the era of maturity? 192 Gordon Wilmsmeier and Jason Monios 13 Is there a case for state ownership in ports and shipping? 210 Peter de Langen and Henrik Sornn-Friese 14 Financial operators in port infrastructures: typologies, objectives and global strategies 232 Giovanni Satta, Francesco Parola, Enrico Musso and Francesco Vitellaro 15 Development models and policies for maritime clusters 258 Wei Zhang, Jasmine Siu Lee Lam and Kevin X. Li 16 Attractiveness of port-centric advanced logistics clusters 275 Mina Akhavan, Hilda Ghiara, Ilaria Mariotti, Enrico Musso and Cécile Sillig 17 Assessing the strategic role of inland ports in urban freight policy: an application to the port of Brussels 292 Geoffrey Aerts, Michaël Dooms, Elvira Haezendonck and Mychal Langenus 18 International shipping and climate change: policy responses and implications for the maritime industry 312 Michele Acciaro and Alan McKinnon 19 Shipping and the environment: how environmental challenges impact on the shipping network 330 Theodora Koukaki and Alessio Tei 20 Arctic sea routes: a new geography for shipping 346 Gordon Wilmsmeier Index 359
£120.65
The History Press Ltd 11:40: Analysis of Evasive Manoeuvres & Damage
Book SynopsisFrom the moment the iceberg was spotted to the moment Titanic’s fate was realised, it was a race against time for the 2,208 souls on board.At 11:40 p.m. on 14 April 1912, Titanic collided with an iceberg in the middle of the North Atlantic. Less than three hours later, it had disappeared completely beneath the waves.From the second the iceberg hove into view, the ship was on a collision course with destiny, those on board embarking on a race against time to inspect the damage and determine their fates.11:40: Analysis of Evasive Manoeuvres & Damage Assessment on RMS Titanic is a comprehensive new study that breaks down and forensically analyses every event on that fateful night, order by order, moment by moment. With the backing of an exhaustive collection of both historical and modern data, along with over twenty years of personal research, Brad Payne separates fact from myth, revealing the truth about what really happened on board Titanic during its critical last moments.Trade ReviewSerious Titanic researchers will welcome [this] book as being an important contribution to the subject. -- George Behe * Titanic expert, author and historian *This book explains those fateful manoeuvres that decided her fate. I have never seen a book so thoroughly go through these actions and the actions that followed the fateful collision. I enjoyed this book, and I think you will too. -- Cameron Houseman * Titanic researcher and wreck historian *
£24.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Maritime Transport
Book SynopsisThis important volume brings together an authoritative selection of the leading papers on the subject of maritime transport. With a new introductory essay by the editors, the collection provides a thorough examination of the topics associated with this area, including maritime economics, transport law and policy.Part I includes articles on carrier management and operations. Part II looks in detail at competition policy and pricing. Part III discusses finance, the fiscal treatment of shipping and flag of registry issues. Part IV covers the area of law and policy and Part V examines market and structures. Finally, Part VI focuses on ports.This collection will be an invaluable resource for major maritime academies and to students and researchers in the subject of maritime transport.Trade Review'The last 40 years has seen a marked increase in the number and quality of papers on various aspects of maritime economics; but they are scattered around a variety of journals, some of which are not readily available outside university libraries. This volume brings together 33 of the most important papers published in the last few years and from nearly a dozen different sources. A helpful introduction sets the scene and refers to several other papers. This book should have a prominent place on the shelves of everyone having a serious interest in the subject.' -- Richard Goss, Cardiff University, UKTable of ContentsContents: Acknowledgements Introduction Mary R. Brooks, Kenneth Button and Peter Nijkamp PART I CARRIER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS 1. David Ronen (1983), ‘Cargo Ships Routing and Scheduling: Survey of Models and Problems’ 2. S. Gilman (1977), ‘Optimal Shipping Technologies for Routes to Developing Countries’ 3. Helen B. Bendall and A.F. Stent (1987), ‘On Measuring Cargo Handling Productivity’ 4. Jan Owen Jansson and Dan Shneerson (1982), ‘The Optimal Ship Size’ 5. Kevin Cullinane (1991), ‘The Utility Analysis of Risk Attitudes in Shipping’ 6. Kevin Cullinane (1992), ‘A Short-Term Adaptive Forecasting Model for BIFFEX Speculation: A Box-Jenkins Approach’ 7. Bernard Gardner (1985), ‘The Container Revolution and its Effects on the Structure of Traditional UK Liner Shipping Companies’ 8. Mary R. Brooks (1995), ‘Understanding the Ocean Container Market – A Seven Country Study’ PART II COMPETITION POLICY AND PRICING 9. J.A. Zerby and R.M. Conlon (1978), ‘An Analysis of Capacity Utilisation in Liner Shipping’ 10. Trevor D. Heaver (1972), ‘Trans-Pacific Trade, Liner Shipping and Conference Rates’ 11. Mary R. Brooks (1985), ‘An Alternative Theoretical Approach to the Evaluation of Liner Shipping Part II. Choice Criteria’ 12. Mary R. Brooks and Kenneth J. Button (1996), ‘The Determinants of Shipping Rates: A North Atlantic Case Study’ 13. J.E. Davies (1986), ‘Competition, Contestability and the Liner Shipping Industry’ 14. S. Gilman (1994), ‘Contestability and Public Policy in Liner and Short Sea Shipping’ 15. Stephen Craig Pirrong (1992), ‘An Application of Core Theory to the Analysis of Ocean Shipping Markets’ 16. Helmut W.R. Kreis (1992), ‘EC Competition Law and Maritime Transport’ 17. G. Wright (1991), ‘Freight Rates in the Tramp Shipping Market’ PART III FINANCE, THE FISCAL TREATMENT OF SHIPPING AND FLAG OF REGISTRY ISSUES 18. Bernard Gardner and Peter Richardson (1973/74), ‘Fiscal Treatment of Shipping’ 19. Bernard Gardner and Peter Marlow (1983), ‘An International Comparison of the Fiscal Treatment of Shipping’ 20. S.R. Tolofari, K.J. Button and D.E. Pitfield (1986), ‘Shipping Costs and the Controversy Over Open Registry’ 21. R. Charles Moyer (1977), ‘Maritime Subsidies: Problems, Alternatives and Tradeoffs’ PART IV LAW AND POLICY (OTHER THAN INCENTIVES) 22. Ernst Gabriel Frankel (1992), ‘Hierarchical Logic in Shipping Policy and Decision-Making’ 23. R. Glenn Bauer (1993), ‘Conflicting Liability Regimes: Hague-Visby v. Hamburg Rules – A Case By Case Analysis’ 24. Donald A. Kerr (1989), ‘The 1989 Salvage Convention: Expediency or Equity?’ 25. Willliam Tetley, Q.C. (1992), ‘Shipowners’ Limitation of Liability and Conflicts of Law: The Properly Applicable Law’ PART V MARKET AND STRUCTURES 26. Peter B. Marlow and Bernard Gardner (1980), ‘Some Thoughts on the Dry Bulk Shipping Sector’ 27. J.J. Evans (1988), ‘The Elasticity of Supply of Sea Transport’ 28. Wayne K. Talley, Vinod B. Agarwal and James W. Breakfield (1986), ‘Economies of Density of Ocean Tanker Ships’ 29. A.H. Vanags (1977), ‘Maritime Congestion: An Economic Analysis’ PART VI PORTS 30. Wayne K. Talley (1988), ‘Optimum Throughput and Performance Evaluation of Marine Terminals’ 31. G. Blauwens and E. Van de Voorde (1988), ‘The Impact of Port Choice on Inland Transportation’ 32. P. De Lombaerde and A. Verbeke (1989), ‘Assessing International Seaport Competition: A Tool for Strategic Decision Making’ 33. A.D. Couper (1992), ‘Environmental Port Management’ Name Index
£250.00
Whittles Publishing Archie's Lights: The Life and Times of a Scottish
Book SynopsisBorn at a clifftop lighthouse in 1910, Archie's life was spent in the world of Scottish lighthouses - he was one of the third generation of his family in the service of the Northern Lighthouse Board. Archie's stories have gripped listeners of all ages and have now been compiled by Anne MacEachern. Written in Archie's words, this account portrays the man and reveals a past way of life. From peacetime through war, dealing with goats, shipwrecked sailors or German spies, the story brings vividly to life the challenges of living and working at a lighthouse, including raising a young family at such an isolated and potentially dangerous place. Many characters appear at various lights, each with their own personality and often annoying habits. Short-term transfers took place in and just after World War 2 when communications and transport were particularly difficult. There were hardships and rewards, and a mystery to solve: the well-known disappearance of three keepers at the Flannan Isles in 1900. The men had to be - and were - remarkably resourceful and courageous, although not all could stand the isolation and dangers at offshore pillar rock lights, especially in wartime. The sea ruled their lives - creating idyllic periods on sunny, calm days but being uncontrollably destructive for much of the time. Like his colleagues, Archie upheld to the best of his ability the ideal of their Service, `For the Safety of All', but in his younger days he was not afraid to speak up and press, with others, for better conditions. His service as a full-time keeper continued in part-time capacities, extended over a period of 67 years. Through this man's keen eye, the reader will meet people, birds, animals and situations from a lifetime of service; a revealing glimpse into this close-knit world. There is also humour, often that dry Highland humour, which adds spice to the telling; in Archie's case a fondness for wild places and dried figs helped.Trade Review‘Anne’s faithful recounting of her husband’s career shows the importance of oral histories and is a shining example of how to preserve ancestral knowledge and records of maritime service’. Nautilus International -------------------- `A work of enduring love and humanity... and so much more. ...Archie's Lights is a balm in its comforting cadences and its reassuring tones, which hark back to a world of unshakeable values and quietly understated wisdom. ...Anne MacEachern has brought forward a masterpiece. ...she has woven a spell that transports the reader into another world; a world of harsh and inhospitable places like Dubh Artach and Skerryvore...' Scottish Review -------------------- `Not only is the daily routine of a keeper brought vividly to life but so are the remote communities that generously welcomed Lighthouse families into their midsts. The book is littered with fascinating anecdotes and details that are unlikely to be recorded elsewhere. We owe much to Archie's wife Anne for sharing this important story'. NLB Journal -------------------- `The story brings vividly to life the challenges of living and working at a lighthouse, including raising a young family in isolated and potentially dangerous places. I am sure that all those who have an interest in lighthouses, their history and the lives of keepers will enjoy Archie's Lights as much as I have'. The Northern Scot -------------------- `...this is undoubtedly one of the best books I have read in years! There is so much material to enjoy both anecdotal and factual... ...this book is crammed full of detail and excitement. Surely a worthy addition to the swelling bibliography of today's lighthouse world. This book stands in top place for me, and I give it full marks!' Bellrock.org.uk -------------------- `Over the years, Archie's stories have gripped listeners of all ages and have now been beautifully compiled by Anne MacEachern in this wonderful book. Highly recommended'. Sea Breezes -------------------- `...this book takes one on a rich journey through the twentieth century as a lightkeeper. ...a compelling biography. ...offers a fascinating insight into the distinct way of life which no longer exists. Through Archie's memories, Anne has opened up a wealth of detail relating to the history of lighthouses, their keepers and the communities they served in twentieth-century Scotland'. LAMP -------------------- `...a wonderful book for anyone with the slightest interest in lighthouses, and especially in Scottish lighthouses. ...succeeds in bringing the lighthouses to life in a way we've never quite seen before, by focusing on the story of one remarkable man. It also succeeds in bringing vividly to life a man who was an integral part of that long-gone world...' Undiscovered Scotland
£18.04
Whittles Publishing HARD DOWN! HARD DOWN!: The Life and Times of
Book SynopsisHard Down! Hard Down! describes the eventful life of a Shetland man in pursuit of his ambitions - to reach the top in his profession, to find a wife, to cherish a family, to do his job well and to be respected by his peers. The account is enlivened by extracts from numerous well-chosen family letters, diaries and postcards revealing the minutiae of shipboard and family life 120 years ago. These include a bachelor night out in 'Frisco, buying slippers in Dantzig and a captain who changed his underclothes at midweek because he could not remember which weekend his wife had suggested! After four years as a fisherman in the stormy waters around Shetland, John Isbester chose to spend his next forty years in large square-rigged sailing ships from Liverpool at a time when shipping casualties were all too common. Remarkable feats of survival and tragic deaths are described with clarity and detail. Happier times are also remembered with picnics in Sydney harbour with captain, family and friends transported in the ship's longboat, rowed by the eight apprentices. John Isbester's wife, and sometimes their children, sailed with him on several year-long voyages accompanied by her upright piano. Her letters provide an extra dimension, describing conditions ashore in Sydney, 'Frisco, Antwerp and La Rochelle. She also describes the birth aboard ship of her ninth child! Extracts from the diary of an observant young Scots solicitor on a voyage from Liverpool to Sydney provide many insights into the nature of life aboard a large square-rigged sailing ship on a long voyage. The author, also a professional mariner, has compiled a record of the life of his grandfather from diligent research of shipping records held in the many parts of the world to which John Isbester sailed. Technical issues are illustrated with numerous diagrams for the reader and there are new insights into the loss of the Dalgonar and the acclaimed saving of 26 of the crew.Trade Review'The narrative and letters weave you into the lives of John and Susie Isbester... I recommend the book to all, as a good historic record of life in Shetland and the 19th Century seafarer but to those whose profession is the sea, its content will be truly understood'. The Journal, The Honourable Company of Master Mariners -------------------- '...a riveting account of the life of a man who spent years as a Shetland fisherman and the next forty in square-rigged ships out of Liverpool'. The Marine Quarterly -------------------- `This entertaining book describes the eventful life of a Shetland man in pursuit of his ambitions... A great read that's a real page-turner'. Sea Breezes -------------------- `It is very thoroughly referenced. Very well produced... ...this is well up to Whittles' high standards. An absolute must tread for those interested in both the sailing era and the social history of Shetland and highly enjoyable for a far wider audience. Highly recommended'. South West Soundings -------------------- `...insight into Shetland society and the world of trading under sail'. Yachting Monthly -------------------- `...evokes that lost world with an immediacy that is remarkably compelling. ...engaging and accessible style that makes this book a joy to read. ...we really gain an insight into the world in which he lived - and across which he repeatedly sailed'. Undiscovered Scotland -------------------- `...this powerful personal account of one such seafarer explains many of the reasons that lie beneath the heritage. It vividly explains the social and economic drivers that fuelled Shetland seafaring and delivers deep insight in the often harsh and dangerous conditions in which crews worked. His evocative firsthand accounts are enhanced by his wife's letters... ...as well as some lovely old photographs and official reports and logs. The pages are peppered with fascinating stories... ...this is a moving a memorable book...' Nautilus International -------------------- `This is a very well written book telling a fascinating story of a bygone era and I would highly recommend it to our readers'. Shipping Today and Yesterday-------------------'...A fine example of a maritime biography which makes gripping reading'. Alston Kennerley, University of Plymouth, UK-------------------'...a beautiful book about the last chapter of deep water sailing ships...a wonderful insight into a maritime world that can still teach us a great deal about seafarers and seafaring, shipping and the sea...is a wonderful piece of work, illuminating the final years of sail in an accomplished fashion, accompanied by maps, diagrams and a clear explanation about the ships, the cargoes and how they were sailed. If I hadn't alredy read it, I would ask for it for Christmas'. Lloyd's List--------------------'...takes the reader back in time 120 years, revealing minutiae of not only shipboard conditions but family life in the Shetlands and ports of call'. Bosun's Chronicle-----------------'...I was 'hooked' and couldn't put the book down until the very last page...is greatly enhanced by the many diagrams, photographs and family letters...we have all thoroughly enjoyed the story of Captain John Ibester and his family'. Coontin Kin, Shetland Family History Society-------------------'...is also a social history of a seafaring family...The handsome square-rigger's story forms a large part of the book which is satisfying in its technical detail and many accounts of shipboard work and life'. The Dog Watch-------------------'...beautifully crafted and detailed biography of his grandfather...brings to life this remarkable Shetland seafarer, it also shines a fascinating light on Shetland life at the end of the 19th century and into the early part of the 20th century...Captain Jack Isbester is to be congratulated for sharing his Grandfather's extraordinary seafaring career and for shedding new light on an era of Shetland's past'. Shetland Life
£17.09
Whittles Publishing They Once Were Shipbuilders: 1
Book SynopsisLeith-Built Ships is a testimony to the skill of the men who built the ships and to the many men and women who may have sailed or served on them. This history is brought together in vol. I of a three-volume series about the almost-forgotten part that Leith played in our great maritime heritage and is the culmination of the author's lifetime experience of shipbuilding. Most people may well be aware of the part played by the great shipbuilding centres in the UK's history but many may be unaware of the part played by the shipbuilders of Leith. This port was once Scotland's main port with many firsts to its name. Leith had begun building ships some 400 years before the great shipyards of the Clyde and these vessels reached all corners of the globe, touching many people's lives. Some had sad histories while others took part in some of the great conflicts of the times; many were just ordinary working vessels that carried their crew safely through long working lives. With a pedigree of shipbuilding second to none going back over 660 years of recorded history, the ships built at Leith deserve their place in history and this book begins the story.Trade Review'...Mr Neish's splendid and very thorough 144 page tome offers a complete history of the ships built at Leith from c. 1850 until the end of World War I...includes tales of famous ships, steam yachts, adventure and new trade routes as well as a helpful glossary'. Gloucestershire Transport History-------------------'...the ships built at Leith deserve their place in history and this book, the first of a triology begins the story'. The Bosun's Chronicle------------------'...an engrossing book that will have a lasting value...you'd expect this book to be superbly researched and knowledgeably written. It doesn't disappoint. It is also readily accessible to the non-expert.' Undiscovered Scotland-------------------...A valuable history is provided of the ships built at Leith from around 1850 until the end of the First World War detailing the yards and the famous ships they constructed, accompanied by tales of adventure, trades and inevitably fates'. Africa Ports and Ships-------------------'The narrative is filled with anecdotes and a warmth that can only come from someone with personal memories of the industry and it is a fitting homage to the shipbuilding heritage of Edinburgh, so often eclipsed by Glasgow'. Scotland
£16.14
Whittles Publishing In the Treacle Mine: The Life of a Marine
Book SynopsisIf anyone has ever wondered what happens in the engine room when the Captain on the bridge rings 'Full Ahead' on the telegraph then this book will enlighten the reader. This is a story of one man's life at sea, from his beginnings as a lowly cadet to his qualification as a Chief Engineer. There are many anecdotes about his experiences - some amusing and some terrifying - together with pen portraits of a few of his fellow seafarers and the places he visited. In the Treacle Mine starts in the 1960s when steam power was still the preferred option for larger and more powerful ships but over the following decade, the availability of ever more powerful and more fuel-efficient, diesel engines sounded the death knell for steam propulsion. Now there are only a few preserved steamships left as a reminder of how things used to be down below in the 'treacle mine', which was how Geordie marine engineers described the engine-room. Despite the fact that steam power has disappeared from everyday use, there are still a great many enthusiasts from all walks of life who are prepared to give up their spare time to ensure that steam lives on. This dedication means that heritage steam railways, steam traction engines and even the occasional preserved steamship, can continue to operate and give pleasure to millions of visitors every year. One whole chapter is devoted to a voyage with an 'up and downer' (a steam reciprocating engine) and although the remaining steamers were all turbine vessels which may lack the same visual appeal, there will still be much that will be of interest to any steam enthusiast. Following his experiences with steam, the author eventually began working on motor ships but these were also not without incident and there is much in this book that will spark the interest of anyone who enjoys stories of the sea and seafarers.
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