Christopher Claxton
History And Description Of The Steamship Great Britain is a book written by Christopher Claxton that was published in 1845. The book provides a comprehensive history and detailed description of the Great Britain steamship, which was built in Bristol for the Great Western Steamship Company. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the steamship. The first chapter provides a brief history of steamships and their development up to the time of the Great Britain’s construction. The second chapter focuses on the design and construction of the Great Britain, including its dimensions, materials, and propulsion system.Subsequent chapters delve into the steamship’s features, including its accommodations for passengers, crew, and cargo. The book also covers the Great Britain’s maiden voyage and its subsequent voyages, including its service in the Crimean War and its eventual retirement from active duty.Throughout the book, Claxton provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the steamship’s design and features. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the Great Britain and its crew, giving readers a sense of what life was like aboard the ship.Overall, History And Description Of The Steamship Great Britain is a fascinating look at one of the most important steamships of the 19th century. It provides a wealth of information about the ship’s design, construction, and service, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of steamships or maritime history in general.To Which Are Added, Remarks On The Comparative Merits Of Iron And Wood As Materials For Ship Building.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
