Masters of the Italian Line

Ian Sebire

ISBN 10: 1445683504 / ISBN 13: 9781445683508

Published by Amberley Publishing, GB, 2018

About this Item

The 1960s witnessed a magnificent, if misguided, swansong for the ocean liner. As the decade progressed a steady succession of elaborate new 'ships of state' populated the world's sea lanes, in futile defiance of the vapour trails above them. Into this atmosphere of one-upmanship the Italian Line introduced Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raffaello, the largest, fastest and most prestigious passenger liners in the nation's post-war merchant marine.Named after the Renaissance masters, this book tells their stories, from troubled inception to heart-rending finale. It explains their design origins and interior décor, relates the triumph and tragedy of their all-too-brief careers and provides an insight into what it was like to live, work and take passage on these vessels, each with their own special personality.Profusely illustrated throughout, this book pays tribute to the ships and the people who brought them to life.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781445683508

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Masters of the Italian Line
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing, GB
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1445683504
• ISBN 13: 9781445683508
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 298 grams

About this title

Synopsis

A nostalgic look at the magnificent Italian ocean liners of the 1960s.

The 1960s marked the end of an era for ocean liners, with elaborate new "ships of state" defying the rise of air travel. Among these were the Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raffaello, the Italian Line's largest and fastest passenger liners. This volume explores their design, interior décor, and the stories of those who sailed on them.

Discover the triumphs and tragedies of these iconic vessels, and gain insight into the lives of passengers and crew. Perfect for maritime history buffs and anyone fascinated by the golden age of ocean travel.

About the Author

Ian Sebire is a regular contributor to Shipping Today and Yesterday magazine. His paintings have been sold worldwide and displayed on board Cunard Line vessels.