North Atlantic Record Breakers by Arnold Kludas
The 'Blue Riband', a mythical trophy for the fastest ship on the Atlantic, has fascinated the public for almost 200 years. Like 'Titanic', it is a term which has acquired legendary status, and the two certainly have one thing in common: until very recently much that had been written about them was distorted and incorrect. This book aims to provide an accurate account of this search for speed across the Atlantic. Though the competition never existed officially, the 'Battle for the Blue Riband' was real enough, and the contest to produce the fastest ocean-going giant between the Old and New Worlds was one which was embraced by five nations. From the early paddle-steamers to the last great high-speed, four-screw turbine liners this book tells a tale of rivalry and engineering feats which embraced the commercial motivation of the great shipping lines as well as the political ambitions of governments.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781861761415 |
| ISBN 10 | 1861761414 |
| Title | North Atlantic Record Breakers |
| Author | Arnold Kludas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Greenhill Books |
| Year published | 2000-11-23 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |