Offers a study of the world's capital ships from the emergence of Dreadnought in 1906 to the decommissioning of the last two of the US Iowa class - New Jersey and Winsconsin - scheduled for 2007/2008. This book provides the technical data, gives the design background and outlines the careers of the world's battleships and battlecruisers.
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fully updated and presented in colour throughout, this Conway Classic is a comprehensive study of the world's capital ships from the emergence of Dreadnought in 1906 to the decommissioning of the last two of the US Iowa class - New Jersey and Winsconsin - scheduled for 2007/2008. For fifty years battleships represented the military might and pride of their countries. They threatened, they impressed, they surprised in a way no other symbol could. Their like willnever be seen again, as large surface ships are no longer considered practical in the missile age. This new edition provides the technical data, gives the design background and outlines the careers of the world"s battleships and battlecruisers. Organised by nation, type and class, each entry contains a wealth of technical detail and extensive data on every vessel; each class or single ship is illustrated with a line diagram of the ship in profile and a photograph. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003022328
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Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind. Seller Inventory # rev9714105130
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Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev4220128463
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Seller: Lion Books PBFA, Kidderminster, WORCS, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. First Edition. 4to 11" - 13" tall ; 240 pages. Seller Inventory # 82820
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Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 4219210
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Seller: Nugget Box (PBFA), Stafford, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Light coloured Dust wrapper with a little creasing, edge and corner wear, marks/scratches. Boards with a little light rubbing/fading to top/bottom edges. Internally Very Good - Quick flick through pages could not see any issues, binding tight, A Good personal copy. Unclipped dust wrapper will be fitted with removable archive acetate film. **1602g** All orders are sent with a tracking /signature service for your peace of mind, so that you can keep tabs on your parcel. For overseas customers - on some sites we use, parcels weighing over the standard rate may incur an additional charge and we will then contact you with the additional shipping fee required. This is for the postage only we do not charge you for our time or our excellent packaging, which we are noted for. Dispatched in cardboard mailers within 24/48 Hours Mon - Friday 2pm, except bank holidays, otherwise next business day - excellent service guaranteed. Seller Inventory # 19468
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Seller: Neo Books, Sidcup, KENT, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Some wear to edges and corners of dustjacket, edges a little creased and worn, bottom of spine chipped and worn, small piece missing, some light wear to covers and spine, corners a little bumped and worn, top of spine a little worn, bottom of spine bumped and worn, board showing, internally in good condition, pages crisp and clear. Seller Inventory # 033409
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Seller: All Lost Books, Wollaston, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. A revised and enlarged edition. Includes hundreds of b/w and colour photographs, illustrations and diagrams. 246pp. Crimp to upper DJ edge. Seller Inventory # 52336
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Seller: Horsham Rare Books, Horsham, United Kingdom
Hardcover with dust jacket. Completely revised and updated edition. 240 pages illustrated with black & white photographs, colour artwork and diagrams. Fine cloth hardback with a very good dust jacket. No inscriptions or marks. A heavy item. "Fully updated with an extended introduction by Ian Sturton and an outstanding selection of images, Conway's Battleships is a comprehensive study of the world's capital ships from the emergence of HMS Dreadnought in 1906. In their day, these mighty ships represented a country's military pride. They served with distinction in two World Wars and threatened and impressed in equal measure. Superseded by the aircraft carrier and finally rendered obsolete in the missile age, a few of these ships, nevertheless, continued in service to the end of the twentieth century, with two of the US Iowa class present at the Gulf War in 1990-91." "Organized by nation, type and class, each entry describes the sister-ships of the class in detail, with specification tables, diagrams of ships in profile and career histories. A wealth of visual information can be gained from browsing through the many photographs and artworks, showing hull and deck details, ships in port, underway and in action. Fully international in its scope and extensive in its coverage, this is an essential addition to the library of any naval historian or warship enthusiast. "; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 240 pages. Seller Inventory # 15442
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Seller: Hay-on-Wye Booksellers, Hay-on-Wye, HEREF, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Slight shelfwear to the dust jacket. Seller Inventory # 108943-KW-27-04-2026
Quantity: 1 available