The advent of steam : the merchant steamship before 1900
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The advent of steam : the merchant steamship before 1900
（Conway's history of the ship）
Conway Maritime, c1993
Available at 2 libraries
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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The advent of steam power was one of the greatest innovations in maritime transport since the development of the three-masted ship. This book examines the history of the merchant steamship, from the introduction of the paddle to screw propulsion and the emergence of efficient compound engines.
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