Here, in this huge book, is a fascinating record of British Naval heritage, preserved as a diary of daily events: not just of great battles but of all that has built the Royal Navy's 700 year tradition and established its great reputation.First published in the 1970's, the book has been completely updated, including the Falklands and the Gulf War. These last remaining copies will sell out very fast, so order now to avoid disappointment.

Royal Navy Day by Day

History

Sainsbury, A.B.

Military

Natl Maritime Museum

This guidebook for the National Maritime Museum explores its galleries, buildings, and historic collections.

National Maritime Museum Souvenir Guide

Arts & Photography

National Maritime Museum

Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions

Using colorful illustrations and photographs of Elizabeth’s belongings, this book helps to bring one of the England’s most famous women to life for children. Accessible and fun, it explains her childhood with her father, the redoubtable Henry VIII, and her long reign and ultimate legacy.

The First Elizabeth

Children's Books

Newbery, Elizabeth

Biographies

The Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 was the most famous of the age of sail, and the last in the long series between Britain and France. It is famous, too, for the death of Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's greatest naval heroes, whose tactical genius and leadership saved Britain from invasion by Napoleon's fleet. Brian Lavery of the National Maritime Museum takes the reader through the dramatic story of a pivotal battle in British history. Using previously unpublished eyewitness accounts, letters and research, he reveals a vivid picture of the real people behind the conflict - of Nelson himself, his admirals and officers; but also the untold stories of the ordinary men who served in the fleet. Illustrated with colour images from the National Maritime Museum's archives, the book provides real insight into the life of the seaman - from the brutality of the pressgangs to daily routine, health, discipline and the hardships of a life at sea. The stories behind the famous 'ships of the line' - Victory, Bellerophon, Mars, and Revenge - also feature, with expert evaluation of their construction and specifications.

Nelson's Fleet at Trafalgar

LAVERY, Brian

A celebration of the role of music by those living a life at sea. Music has been an inspiration and a comfort to those on a ship, as a morale booster or entertainment, to the tales of the sea with all its beauties and horrors.

Music of the Sea

Proctor, David

Baker,Richard

Music

Examining the largely overlooked history of River-class frigates, this comprehensive, groundbreaking study seeks to reinstate the reputation of these important ships and the role they played in the Second World War. With attention to detail and painstaking research, the book draws on evidence from ship plans, naval documents, and eyewitness accounts to present a complete and exhaustive study of the River-class and the people who worked on them. Illustrated with plans, historic photographs, and specially commissioned illustrations, it crosses the boundaries of naval, technological, and social history, making it an invaluable resource for historians, naval enthusiasts, and World War II buffs.

River-class Frigates and the Battle of the Atlantic

Showcasing the highlights of the National Maritime Museum’s world-class oil painting collections, this book features beautiful images and a series of comprehensive essays from leading experts, making it an essential companion for any art lover. The oldest collection, the Greenwich Hospital Collection, dates back to the early 18th century and, from 1824 onwards, was the first "national" historical art collection open to the public. Otherssuch as the Caird, Ingram, and Palmer Collectionsinclude works that date back to the 16th century, while paintings from the Ministry of Defence and 20th-century holdings include eyewitness images from Cook’s voyages and a superb collection of work by artists of World Wars I and II.

Art for the Nation: The Oil Paintings Collections of the National Maritime Museum

Quilley, Geoff

Analyzing the planets of our solar system as well as the wider universe, this definitive reference provides an unparalleled understanding of all aspects of astronomy. From straightforward questions regarding the distance of stars and Galileo’s discoveries to theories on the possible expansion of the universe, this examination is sure to appeal to both amateur astronomers and space buffs. Beautifully photographed and illustrated with detailed diagrams, this is a highly authoritative and fascinating guide to one of the most exciting areas of scientific research.

From Here to Infinity: The Royal Observatory Greenwich Guide to Astronomy

Science & Math

Gribbin, Mary

Gribbin, John.

Astronomy & Space Science

The exploits of the British fleet during the close blockade of France in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars have generated a rich seam of historical and fictional writing. This book makes available for the first time an astonishingly untapped source of visual material commissioned by the powerful civilian members of the Admiralty Board, to increase their grasp on a critical theatre of naval operations.John Thomas Serres, pupil and son of the marine artist Dominic Serres, embarked on the ships of the inshore frigate squadron off Brest at the very time when the blockade was being tightened by the new Commander-in-Chief, Lord St Vincent. Espionage, shipwreck, mutiny and hydrographic controversy all enter into an account which will interest students of naval history, aficionados of naval fiction, such as Patrick O’Brian, and cruising yachtsmen who know these coasts today.

Eyes of the Admiralty: J.T. Serres, An Artist in the Channel Fleet, 1799-1800

Barritt, M. K.

History & Criticism

Fully revised, this official guidebook to the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, details the "home of time" that has been at the heart of nautical astronomy since the late 17th centurywhen Charles II commissioned Christopher Wren to design a building in which the first Astronomer Royal, John Flamsteed, could determine the "longitude of places." The book also includes details of the $30-million redevelopment of the Observatory’s South Building and the new Peter Harrison Planetarium, both of which opened in May 2007.

A Guide to the Royal Observatory, Greenwich

Lippincott, Kristen

Europe

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