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Book Synopsis Royal Yachts of the World by : Tim Madge
Download or read book Royal Yachts of the World written by Tim Madge and published by Adlard Coles. This book was released on 2002-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lavishly illustrated history of Royal and State yachts and other ships used by Kings, Queens and Heads of State from the 17th century to the present day. "Royal Yachts of the World provides the definitive picture of the most opulent vessels ever built.
Book Synopsis Royal Yachts Under Sail by : Brian Lavery
Download or read book Royal Yachts Under Sail written by Brian Lavery and published by Seaforth Publishing. This book was released on 2022-11-30 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the time of the Restoration of Charles II, when he returned to England from Breda and was presented with the yacht Mary by the burgomaster of Amsterdam, Royal yachts began to be defined as such in England and built with that special purpose in mind. They were built luxuriously and used for royal visits to the fleet, for diplomacy and for racing and cruising for pleasure. Charles II took more of an interest in the sea than any other English monarch. He built a fleet of royal yachts, fine examples of ship design and decorative art, and he can be said to have been the father of yachting and of royal yachts. His successors were less keen on the sea but traveled to Europe on missions of peace and war; and royal yachts took part in regime change several times. In 1689 Queen Mary was bought over to join her husband William of Orange and complete the ‘Glorious Revolution’. In 1714 George I arrived from Hanover to establish a new dynasty. And in 1814, in a reverse process, King Louis XVIII was taken back to France to restore the monarchy after the defeat of Napoleon. This important new book is the first to describe the building and decoration of the yachts in such detail, using many newly discovered sources; and it is the first to describe their uses and exploits, often taking their royal passengers into controversy or danger. Besides the yachts themselves, it reveals much about the character of the kings, queens and princes involved – the impetuousness of the future William IV for example, or his brother George IV’s surprising love of sailing. It describes the design, accommodation, and sailing of the yachts, as well as their captains and crews. Sailing yachts came to an end when Queen Victoria discovered that steam power was more efficient as well as more comfortable, but they revived in the form of her son Edward’s cutter Britannia, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Bloodhound and Coweslip. Their legacy can be seen in the widespread sport of yachting today, and in the lavish superyachts of billionaires. This beautifully illustrated book, full of anecdote and containing detailed descriptions of dozens of royal yachts, will fascinate naval historians, ship modelers and, indeed, anyone who sets foot aboard the deck of a modern yacht.
Download or read book Royal Yachts written by Alan Major and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2011-04-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of Royal Yachts and ships of state, both from Britain and abroad, from the Norman Conquest to the present day.
Book Synopsis Queen of the World by : Robert Hardman
Download or read book Queen of the World written by Robert Hardman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 869 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On today's world stage, there is one leader who stands apart from the rest. Queen Elizabeth II has seen more of the planet and its people than any other head of state and has engaged with the world like no other monarch in modern history.The iconic monarch never ventured further than the Isle of Wight until the age of 20 but since then has now visited over 130 countries across the globe in the line of duty, acting as diplomat, hostess and dignitary as the world stage as changed beyond recognition. It is a story full of drama, intrigue, exotic and sometimes dangerous destinations, heroes, rogues, pomp and glamour, but at the heart of it all a woman who's won the hearts of the world.
Book Synopsis Ultimate Classic Yachts by : Nic Compton
Download or read book Ultimate Classic Yachts written by Nic Compton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Former Classic Boat editor Nic Compton has spent over 20 years sailing and photographing classic yachts, and this is the culmination of his decades-long passion - a stunning collection showcasing the 20 most beautiful and fascinating classic boats still sailing today. They include: Bona Fide - the original fin-keeler that was 70 years ahead of her time Inward Bound - a 35ft cutter built in Argentina using salvaged timber from the General Belgrano Madoc - a 24ft clinker yawl built on a Tasmanian beach by hand Partridge - an 1885 cutter that took 18 years to restore Solway Maid - the last surviving William Fife yacht Timeless and magnificent, these yachts all have a story to tell, and they are captured with glorious full colour photography.
Download or read book Royal Transport written by Peter Pigott and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2005-11-19 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The conveyance of royalty, whether to Balmoral or Buffalo, by Rolls Royce or Canadian Pacific train, has its own mysterious traditions and protocols. With dry humour and a keen sense of history, Peter Pigott describes how the British royal family has adapted to technological innovations. Organized thematically, the book is packed with well-researched details. We know all about the royal family’s lives, especially their romances and scandals, but do we know who was the first monarch to drive a motorcar? The first to fly in an aircraft? Which king so loved his yacht that he ordered it scuttled on his death? Royal Transport is a fascinating look at how British royalty has travelled since the invention of steam. This richly illustrated book covers all modes of royal transport in Britain and the Commonwealth - some of the most famous and yet unknown transport in the world.
Book Synopsis The Dinghy Cruising Companion by : Roger Barnes
Download or read book The Dinghy Cruising Companion written by Roger Barnes and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-05-08 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical and engaging guide to dinghy cruising, covering everything from getting set up to embarking on more adventurous cruises. A wonderful read with a huge amount of useful advice.
Book Synopsis Ultimate Classic Yachts by : Nic Compton
Download or read book Ultimate Classic Yachts written by Nic Compton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Former Classic Boat editor Nic Compton has spent over 20 years sailing and photographing classic yachts, and this is the culmination of his decades-long passion - a stunning collection showcasing the 20 most beautiful and fascinating classic boats still sailing today. They include: Bona Fide - the original fin-keeler that was 70 years ahead of her time Inward Bound - a 35ft cutter built in Argentina using salvaged timber from the General Belgrano Madoc - a 24ft clinker yawl built on a Tasmanian beach by hand Partridge - an 1885 cutter that took 18 years to restore Solway Maid - the last surviving William Fife yacht Timeless and magnificent, these yachts all have a story to tell, and they are captured with glorious full colour photography.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopædia Britannica by : Hugh Chisholm
Download or read book The Encyclopædia Britannica written by Hugh Chisholm and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 1224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The History of Yachting, 1600–1815 by : Arthur Hamilton Clark
Download or read book The History of Yachting, 1600–1815 written by Arthur Hamilton Clark and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2020-12-08 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arthur Hamilton Clark presents a comprehensive history of yachting from 1600 to 1815. Discover the evolution of this luxury sport and its significance in maritime history. Clark's meticulous research paints a vivid picture of yachting's golden era. The book is a treasure trove of information, showcasing the blend of craftsmanship, adventure, and luxury. A maritime journey through time.
Book Synopsis The Royal Yacht Britannia by : Richard Johnstone-Bryden
Download or read book The Royal Yacht Britannia written by Richard Johnstone-Bryden and published by Conway Maritime Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only comprehensive book on the subject featuring exclusive first-hand accounts from members of the Royal Family, the Royal Household, Yacht's company, politicians, designers, shipbuilders and the preservation team. Written with the full support of the Royal Family to present a thorough history of the Yacht's career. Published to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of the launch of HMY Britannia and copiously illustrated with over 250 photographs and artworks, many of which are published for the first time. A book with a broad appeal to all those interested in British and world history and the role of the Monarchy in the second half of the twentieth century.
Book Synopsis Royal Yachts by : Charles Murray Gavin
Download or read book Royal Yachts written by Charles Murray Gavin and published by . This book was released on 1932 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Royal Transport written by Peter Pigott and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2005-11-19 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This richly illustrated book describes how British royalty has travelled since the invention of steam.
Book Synopsis The Incredibly Indispensable Web Directory by : Clive Zietman
Download or read book The Incredibly Indispensable Web Directory written by Clive Zietman and published by Kogan Page Publishers. This book was released on 2003 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fourth edition of this Web directory is updated and extended to include 10,000 entries. Incredibly Indispensible Web Directory is designed to save hours of searching on the Internet and help individuals to go straight to their desired site, without using search engines. It lists and categorises sites from art galleries to zoos.
Download or read book The Illustrated American written by and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 776 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis English/British Naval History to 1815 by : Eugene L. Rasor
Download or read book English/British Naval History to 1815 written by Eugene L. Rasor and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2004-10-30 with total page 900 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The English/British have always been known as the sailor race with hearts of oak: the Royal Navy as the Senior Service and First Line of Defense. It facilitated the motto: The sun never set on the British Empire. The Royal Navy has exerted a powerful influence on Great Britain, its Empire, Europe, and, ultimately, the world. This superior annotated bibliography supplies entries that explore the influence of the English/British Navy through its history. This survey will provide a major reference guide for students and scholars at all levels. It incorporates evaluative, qualitative, and critical analysis processes, the essence of historical scholarship. Each one of the 4,124 annotated entries is evaluated, assessed, analyzed, integrated, and incorporated into the historiographical scholarship.
Book Synopsis Inside the Royal Wardrobe by : Kate Strasdin
Download or read book Inside the Royal Wardrobe written by Kate Strasdin and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-10-05 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Queen Alexandra used clothes to fashion images of herself as a wife, a mother and a royal: a woman who both led Britain alongside her husband Edward VII and lived her life through fashion. Inside the Royal Wardrobe overturns the popular portrait of a vapid and neglected queen, examining the surviving garments of Alexandra, Princess of Wales – who later became Queen Consort – to unlock a rich tapestry of royal dress and society in the second half of the 19th century. More than 130 extraordinary garments from Alexandra's wardrobe survive, from sumptuous court dress and politicised fancy dress to mourning attire and elegant coronation gowns, and can be found in various collections around the world, from London, Oslo and Denmark to New York, Toronto and Tokyo. Curator and fashion scholar Kate Strasdin places these garments at the heart of this in-depth study, examining their relationships to issues such as body politics, power, celebrity, social identity and performance, and interpreting Alexandra's world from the objects out. Adopting an object-based methodology, the book features a range of original sources from letters, travel journals and newspaper editorials, to wardrobe accounts, memoirs, tailors' ledgers and business records. Revealing a shrewd and socially aware woman attuned to the popular power of royal dress, the work will appeal to students and scholars of costume, fashion and dress history, as well as of material culture and 19th century history.
