Ships of Splendour: Passenger Liners in Colour

The book Ships of Splendour showcases the development of passenger ships across the twentieth century, including famous Cunarders, United States, France, and Michelangelo, as well as smaller liners such as the Aureol, Batory, Guglielmo Marconi, Hanseatic, Queen of Bermuda, and Willem Ruys.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 29 June 2023
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

The magnificent passenger liners of the 20th century stand as iconic representations of maritime history and design. Ships of Splendour takes you on a captivating journey through the evolution of passenger ships across the 20th century, spanning from the 1920s to the 1940s, the heyday of the 1950s and 60s, and the dawn of the jet age. This remarkable fleet features a plethora of renowned passenger ships, including the iconic Cunarders, colossal titans of the North Atlantic such as the United States, France, and Michelangelo, as well as other legendary vessels like the Southern Cross, Windsor Castle, Canberra, and Oriana. Special recognition is also given to the smaller liners, which played a crucial role in shaping the history of modern seafaring. These include ships like the Aureol, Batory, Guglielmo Marconi, Hanseatic, Queen of Bermuda, and Willem Ruys. Packed with detailed notes, fascinating facts, and captivating anecdotes, Ships of Splendour delves into the history of the passenger liner ship-by-ship and decade-by-decade. Witness these magnificent ships come to life once again in exquisite detail and vibrant colors, transporting you back to a bygone era of luxury and adventure on the high seas.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 224 x 246 x 4 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803993706
Edition number: New ed