Distinguished vintage hardback edition of 'Fore & Aft Craft - The Story of the Fore & Aft Rig' by renowned maritime historian E. Keble Chatterton. Published by Seeley, Service & Co. Limited in 1922, this comprehensive work traces the evolution of fore-and-aft rigged vessels from ancient times to the early 20th century.

This maritime classic features:
• Over 150 detailed illustrations and technical plans of sailing craft
• Comprehensive coverage from ancient Egyptian vessels to modern yachts
• Detailed sections on Thames barges, Bristol Channel pilots, and fishing craft
• Technical drawings of famous vessels including Charles II's yacht 'Mary'
• Historical analysis of Dutch, Norwegian, and British maritime developments
• Authoritative text by E. Keble Chatterton, prolific nautical historian

The book exhibits age-appropriate wear consistent with its century of existence, including some foxing to pages and edge wear to the cloth binding, yet remains structurally sound with all pages intact. A distinguished addition to any maritime history collection, offering invaluable insights into sailing craft evolution and naval architecture development.

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