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Super Cargo Ships (Enthusiast Color Series)

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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.

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.

Nice book on Cargo Ships, Covers Freighters,Containerships,Tankers. Not too much coverage on any one subject, But a Good Bargain and Softcover.

This book is great! While limited by the motorbook format, the lavish photos and sidebars put a lot of info in your hands for such a small book. I was particularly impressed by the chapter on the U.S. Military Sealift Command, as the material there seems well-researched and the photos are of ships of the same class as those I've seen call at Guantanamo Bay since I've been here. The role shipping plays in the world economy is discussed as well as changes in the way shipping is flagged and other issues. By no means the last word on the subject this is still an excellent source if you want to know how modern cargo ships work.