China tea clippers
Campbell, George F. (George Frederick), 1915-1985
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The history of the China tea clippers is examined in this book, especially their struggle in the 19th century for economic survival in the face of the steamships. It also details the advances made in design, hull construction, rigging, sail plans and deck arrangements.
Main title:
China tea clippers / George F. Campbell ; drawings by the author.
Imprint:
London : Adlard Coles, 1974 (1985 [printing])
Collation:
156p. : ill., 1map ; 29cm.
ISBN:
9780229115259
Language:
English
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BRN:
506978