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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents foundational naval warfare theory from the 17th century, providing insight into the tactical principles and maneuvers used in managing and manoeuvring fleets at sea during battle. The author, a Jesuit priest and mathematician who participated in many naval battles and advised renowned admirals, provides a tactical framework for ship placement and movement to gain the weather gage or double on the enemy, and to avoid being doubled on. The text draws on historical examples, such as the Battle of Lepanto, and provides practical guidance on forming and reforming lines of battle amid changing winds, explaining the tactical significance of each manoeuvre. Through mathematical principles, the author demonstrates how to chase and close in on enemy vessels and to block their escape routes. This book is a valuable resource for naval history enthusiasts and students of historical warfare, offering a window into the strategic thinking of the era and the mathematical precision involved in naval tactics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Cloth. Condition: Near Very Good. First Edition. Book measures 29.5x23.cm. Collation, xxv, 178pp, 1pp errata, 52 plates, plus engraved title. Bound in original publishers woven cloth, gilt stamped title label, and lettering. At some time the volume has been rebacked, retaining the original spine. Cloth rubbed, some wear on edges. Generally binding in good firm condition. Internally, previous owners bookplate, some intermittant ight spotting. Pages and plates in good condition. A good copy. Size: Quarto.

Full Calf. Condition: Very Good. Two gift inscriptions. '' Centenary gift to Mess'' William Denny & Brothers Ltd Shipbuilders, Leven ship yard, Dunbarton, for their esteemed and distinquished Chairman Sir Maurice E. Denny , BL. CBE. BSc. From John Weir ex Dunbarton and Blackwell yard London [ opened 1612 ] December 28th, 1944. '' Book measures 37x25.cm. In two parts. Collation, [12],424pp, 134 full pages plates, 5 head & tail pieces, second part [12],172,[4]pp, 11 folding plates, 3 head & tail pieces. Bound in full calf. At some time the book has been rebacked, retaining the original boards, raised bands, blind stamped tooling, gilt lettering. Boards rubbed/bumped on corners, small leather secition lacking for one corner. Generally a very good clean firm binding. Internally, some light persistan water staining, mainly to top margin, heavier in places, a few pages brittle on margins, a few margins repaired., Folding plates in second part worn on edges, one with loss of engarved area, small loss of text on last page of index in second part. Pages and plates in good condition. A nice copy. Size: Folio.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1854 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 432 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 432 Language: English.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1854. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 432, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 432 432.