A Chronological History of the Origin and Development of Steam Navigation. 1543-1882

Published by L.R. Hamersly & Co, Philadelphia, 1883

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Philadelphia: L.R. Hamersly & Co., 1883. xix, 484, (8 illustrated ads) pp. Second edition of this still-important history, with index, lists of vessels, wrecks, etc. Very good condition in original cloth binding.

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Title
A Chronological History of the Origin and Development of Steam Navigation. 1543-1882
Author
Preble, Geo. Henry
Publisher
L.R. Hamersly & Co, Philadelphia
Publication year
1883
Binding
Hardcover

Ten Pound Island Book Co.

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