Warships:Inside & Out (Weapons of War)

by: Robert Jackson (Author)

Publisher: Rosen Young Adult

Publication Date: 2011/12/30

Language: English

Print Length: 160 pages

ISBN-10: 1448859816

ISBN-13: 9781448859818

Book Description

Readers explore some of the most impressive warships in history, including the groundbreaking British Dreadnought of the early twentieth century, and the supercarrier USS Nimitz. Featuring a variety of ships from the major naval powers, this unique book offers an inside look at the ships’ design and construction through detailed cutaway drawings and archival photographs. The text provides history and background on each vessel, including its design, development, and service history. Fact boxes, specifications, and captions provide additional insight.

About the Author

Readers explore some of the most impressive warships in history, including the groundbreaking British Dreadnought of the early twentieth century, and the supercarrier USS Nimitz. Featuring a variety of ships from the major naval powers, this unique book offers an inside look at the ships’ design and construction through detailed cutaway drawings and archival photographs. The text provides history and background on each vessel, including its design, development, and service history. Fact boxes, specifications, and captions provide additional insight.