Hardcover book by James Dolby, First edition 1962. Often regarded as a rare book as very few similar books have been provided in this manner for ship recognition. Excellent reference item for naval and maritime enthusiasts.

A concise and comprehensive reference to the names and salient particulars of all the principal vessels built for the fleets of the British Commonwealth.

Over two hundred silhouettes illustrating the development of each warship type, class by class. These can be used to help identify a warship that is in a faded old photograph or unsharp image.

Many lists describing size, speed, armament of all types of ship.

Very clean, unmarked interior. Naval & Maritime: Ships, Submarines & Other Vessels all pictured in black silhouettes.

Book- VG, silver gilt & black titles on spine, green boards. Book is in very good condition with minor signs of wear and/or age. Contains black and white illustrated plates. 168 pp, Size 145mm x 225mm.