Rorke Bryan (64 results)

Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: 48150180. 1785932708. 8/5/2026 12:25:08 PM.

Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Dwyer, Austin (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Dwyer, Austin (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. The Quiet Captain: An Irish Seaman in War and Peace (Paperback or Softback).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Dwyer, Austin (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New.

Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. The Quiet Captain: An Irish Seaman in War and Peace. Book.

gebundene Ausgabe. Condition: Gut. 408 Seiten Das hier angebotene Buch stammt aus einer teilaufgelösten wissenschaftlichen Bibliothek und trägt die entsprechenden Kennzeichnungen (Rückenschild, Instituts-Stempel.); leichte altersbedingte Anbräunung des Papiers; der Buchzustand ist ansonsten ordentlich und dem Alter entsprechend gut. In ENGLISCHER Sprache. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 740.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: New. Illustrated.

hardcover. 2011 First Edition. 544pp, 189 x 247mm, maps, colour photos, black and white photos, hardback, mark to front board, base of spine area bumped, owner''s signature, Fair in VG dw, label signed by Rorke Bryan to title page. Still looks respectable whilst in dustwrapper. This richly illustrated book is destined to become the reference book on ships of the Antarctic. Surrounded by some of the most hazardous seas, Antarctica was first sighted less than three centuries ago. Since then, hundreds of ships have voyaged in Antarctic waters, challenged by poorly-charted waters, storms, pack ice, icebergs, and disease. This is the story of these ships, the expeditions they supported, and their subsequent history, from the fifteenth-century fleets of the Ming Emperors of China to the tourist ships and powerful icebreakers of today. Using extensive research in archives, museums, libraries and private sources around the world, Rorke Bryan brings the stories of these ships into a single, comprehensive record. Familiar names such as Terra Nova and Endurance feature with unfamiliar but equally important ships. From the hundreds of tales of heroic seamanship, the extraordinary 1830-1832 circumnavigation by Captain John Biscoe in the tiny Tula is perhaps matched only by Shackleton's voyage in the James Caird. Plans, photos, paintings and maps enhance description of the expeditions and activities of the ships. This authoritative work fills an important gap in Antarctic literature. A substantial volume, a must have for any polar collection. Glacier Books are experienced and professional booksellers. We take pride in offering carefully described books and excellent customer service.…

1st edition. Near fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-torn and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 536 pp.: illustrations (some color), color maps, plans ; 25 cm. Contents; First encounters with the Southern Ocean -- Into the ice with Resolution -- The South Sheltland 'Seal Rush' and the 'First' discovery of Antarctica -- The threshold of the Continent -- The dawn of the 'Heroic Age' -- Nationalism and the Antarctic 'Exploration Rush' -- Triumph and tragedy: the race to the South Pole -- The aftermath of the South Polar obsession -- Commercial whaling and territorial claims -- The changing role of ships -- A new era in a 'Continent for Science' -- Whalers, scientists and tourist. Subjects; Ships Antarctica History. Naval architecture History. Scientific expeditions Antarctica. Boats for hunting and fishing. Whaling vessels Sea transport. 1 Kg. …

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.…

PF. Condition: New.

hardcover. 2011 First Edition. 544pp, 189 x 247mm, maps, colour photos, black and white photos, hardback, large bump to base of spine, Good in VG dw, label signed by Rorke Bryan to title page. This richly illustrated book is destined to become the reference book on ships of the Antarctic. Surrounded by some of the most hazardous seas, Antarctica was first sighted less than three centuries ago. Since then, hundreds of ships have voyaged in Antarctic waters, challenged by poorly-charted waters, storms, pack ice, icebergs, and disease. This is the story of these ships, the expeditions they supported, and their subsequent history, from the fifteenth-century fleets of the Ming Emperors of China to the tourist ships and powerful icebreakers of today. Using extensive research in archives, museums, libraries and private sources around the world, Rorke Bryan brings the stories of these ships into a single, comprehensive record. Familiar names such as Terra Nova and Endurance feature with unfamiliar but equally important ships. From the hundreds of tales of heroic seamanship, the extraordinary 1830-1832 circumnavigation by Captain John Biscoe in the tiny Tula is perhaps matched only by Shackleton's voyage in the James Caird. Plans, photos, paintings and maps enhance description of the expeditions and activities of the ships. This authoritative work fills an important gap in Antarctic literature. A substantial volume, a must have for any polar collection. Glacier Books are experienced and professional booksellers. We take pride in offering carefully described books and excellent customer service.…

Condition: New. In.

1st edition. Near fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-torn and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 536 pp.: illustrations (some color), color maps, plans ; 25 cm. Contents; First encounters with the Southern Ocean -- Into the ice with Resolution -- The South Sheltland 'Seal Rush' and the 'First' discovery of Antarctica -- The threshold of the Continent -- The dawn of the 'Heroic Age' -- Nationalism and the Antarctic 'Exploration Rush' -- Triumph and tragedy: the race to the South Pole -- The aftermath of the South Polar obsession -- Commercial whaling and territorial claims -- The changing role of ships -- A new era in a 'Continent for Science' -- Whalers, scientists and tourist. Subjects; Ships Antarctica History. Naval architecture History. Scientific expeditions Antarctica. Boats for hunting and fishing. Whaling vessels Sea transport. 1 Kg. …

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. This is a Fine Copy of this book in Publisher's blue cloth in a Near Fine Dust-Jacket which has just one tiny 4mm chip to the bottom edge of the rear dust-jacket inner flap.Not Price clipped.This copy has no previous names or inscriptions present.Lovely clean tight copy.The dust-jacket comes well protected in a removable cover sleeve.Great copy for the collectorand profusely illustrated throughout in both colour and black and white,Large and Heavy 4to with some extra postage required,4to 536pp First Edition 1st Impression [2011].…

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Beautifully illustrated, readable accounts of pivotal ships spanning nearly 1500 years of history around the world 'Ships To Remember' is a beautifully illustrated collection of stories about remarkable ships. Some are famous, but many, like the tugs, Yelcho, Foundation Franklin and Turmoil are virtually unknown. The book includes two boats, the Bounty's launch and the James Caird, which completed two of the most extraordinary voyages in maritime history, but all of the vessels had interesting and dramatic careers and were involved in many major historical incidents. They include the catastrophic sinking and eventual recovery of the Vasa, Nelson's triumph at the Battle of Copenhagen, Darwin's epochal voyage on HMS Beagle, and pivotal Second World War relief of Malta by the tanker, Ohio. AUTHOR: Rorke Bryan is a specialist in geomorphology and dryland management who has published widely and worked in all over the world. Austin Dwyer graduated from the Burnley School of Professional Art, Seattle, taught Illustration and Design and co-founded Cohen-Dwyer Advertising and Marketing. A prominent marine artist, he has exhibited widely and won numerous awards. SELLING POINTS: . Illustrated by maritime artists' original paintings as well as maps, sketches and photographs . Based on detailed primary study of existing ships or replicas, and on 172 books, many rather inaccessible . Intended to promote visits to and support for those ships which still exist, such as the Cutty Sark in London, the Vasa in Stockholm and the St. Roch in Vancouver. . From Europe and North America, each represents a major ship category 130 b/w 48 colour plates Small, scruffy and stinking of seal oil and old blubber, the 458-ton Nimrod wasnt Ernest Shackletons first choice of ship for his Antarctic Expedition. Ships to Remember, beautifully illustrated by the paintings of Austin Dwyer, is a collection of stories about remarkable ships, some of which went on to change the course of history. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Dwyer, Austin (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Good. Light wear to covers and outer page edges, interior is clean.

Condition: New. In.

hardcover. 2011 First Edition. 544pp, 189 x 247mm, maps, colour photos, black and white photos, hardback, VG in near VG dw, label signed by Rorke Bryan to title page. This richly illustrated book is destined to become the reference book on ships of the Antarctic. Surrounded by some of the most hazardous seas, Antarctica was first sighted less than three centuries ago. Since then, hundreds of ships have voyaged in Antarctic waters, challenged by poorly-charted waters, storms, pack ice, icebergs, and disease. This is the story of these ships, the expeditions they supported, and their subsequent history, from the fifteenth-century fleets of the Ming Emperors of China to the tourist ships and powerful icebreakers of today. Using extensive research in archives, museums, libraries and private sources around the world, Rorke Bryan brings the stories of these ships into a single, comprehensive record. Familiar names such as Terra Nova and Endurance feature with unfamiliar but equally important ships. From the hundreds of tales of heroic seamanship, the extraordinary 1830-1832 circumnavigation by Captain John Biscoe in the tiny Tula is perhaps matched only by Shackleton's voyage in the James Caird. Plans, photos, paintings and maps enhance description of the expeditions and activities of the ships. This authoritative work fills an important gap in Antarctic literature. A substantial volume, a must have for any polar collection. Glacier Books are experienced and professional booksellers. We take pride in offering carefully described books and excellent customer service.…

Condition: New.