Some of the most awe-inspiring ships on today's seas are the massive cargo ships that transport immense loads from continent to continent. From container ships to oil tankers, Super Cargo Ships provides an up-close look at these awesome vessels, from their construction and design to their operation on the high seas and at port. Batio also examines tragedies, such as the Exxon Valdez oil spill, that have prompted safety improvements. Highlights include a look at military cargo ships and stories of modern pirates seizing these massive merchant vessels.
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If You Ever Wondered About Cargo Ships . . .,
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This review is from: Super Cargo Ships (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)
Then this book is for you. Actually, a friend of mine wrote it and I had no interest in the subject until he did. But once I started reading and looking at the photos I found it pretty interesting, especially the explanation of how container ships came about and revolutionized word trade. I learned some things I never knew and before I realized it, I was finished. It's a good, quick read that is more interesting than I ever expected.
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Interesting Book on an Important Subject,
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This review is from: Super Cargo Ships (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)
Global commerce exists mainly because of ships, and this book gives a great introduction into the types of ships that fuel the world's economies. The chapters on Container Ships and Tankers were very informative and the sidebar on shipbreaking was a real eye opener. Highly recommended.
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Great Little Book on Cargo ships..,
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This review is from: Super Cargo Ships (Enthusiast Color Series) (Paperback)
Nice book on Cargo Ships, Covers Freighters,Containerships,Tankers. Not too much coverage on any one subject, But a Good Bargain and Softcover.
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Since the age of ancient Greece, the seas have carried the life' blood of the world's economy. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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United States, Great Lakes, Diego Garcia, Port of New Orleans, World War, Courtesy Kit Bonner, Great Britain, Military Sealift Command, New York, Polar Endeavour, Department of Defense, Liberty Ships, Newport News, Persian Gulf War, Air Force, Coast Guard, Donn Young, Middle East, San Francisco, Done Young, Gateway City, Maritime Administration Ready Reserve Force, New Jersey, Port of San Diego, Pure Car Carrier New!
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Since the age of ancient Greece, the seas have carried the life' blood of the world's economy. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
sealift ships, cargo tanks, car carrier Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Great Lakes, Diego Garcia, Port of New Orleans, World War, Courtesy Kit Bonner, Great Britain, Military Sealift Command, New York, Polar Endeavour, Department of Defense, Liberty Ships, Newport News, Persian Gulf War, Air Force, Coast Guard, Donn Young, Middle East, San Francisco, Done Young, Gateway City, Maritime Administration Ready Reserve Force, New Jersey, Port of San Diego, Pure Car Carrier New!
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