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Coastal Vessels - A Colour Portfolio by David L. Williams and Richard de Kerbrech (members of this branch) ISBN 978 0 7110 3205 7
Any enthusiast who has ‘Passenger Liners in Colour’ in their collection will be familiar with the format of this new publication from the same authors. Well reproduced colour pictures including many from the collection of local photographer Mick Lindsay and the late Kenneth Whiteman, together with vessel particulars brief vessel history.
Photographs included have been taken around the country but includes pictures taken in Cowes and Southampton of ships built in the 60’s and 70’s. A representative snapshot of all types coastal vessels from the principal operators of the day.
Anyone wanting to forget the straight lines of most modern day container feeder vessels and remember the traditional British coaster will find pure nostalgia in this publication.
