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The perfect reference for any naval enthusiast, the Ship Spotter’s Guide offers a look at the 40 most iconic ships, boats and watercraft of all time. From the terrorinspiring prow of a Viking longship to the awesome aircraft carriers of the Imperial Japanese Navy, with exquisite illustrations and informative text this comprehensive guide explores them all.
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Angus Konstam
Angus Konstam is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and has written widely on naval history, with well over a hundred books in print. He is a former Royal Navy officer, maritime archaeologist and museum curator, who has worked in the Royal Armouries, Tower of London, and Mel Fisher Maritime Museum. Now a full-time author and historian, he lives in Orkney.
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