Sailing Ship Elissa

Sailing Ship Elissa

Patricia Bellis Bixel

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Texas A&M University Press
Año de edición:
2011
Materia
Barcos y embarcaciones: interés general
ISBN:
9781603444125
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New in paperback with a new preface 'Bixel’s research is thorough and her writing style is engaging. This book will be of interest to both maritime historians and historic preservationists. . . . a welcome addition to the growing literature on Texas maritime history.'-Southwestern Historical Quarterly ' . . . a heartening story, well-illustrated with photos.'-Houston Chronicle 'Her story is beautifully told in words and pictures . . .'-Austin American-Statesman ' . . . recommended both as an outstanding book-to-remember-her-by and as a surprisingly complete account of a quirky aspect of maritime history.'-Review of Texas Books 'This richly illustrated and authentic account of the ship’s long career is fully worthy of its subject, and makes a heartlifting good read.'-Sea History

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