The Book Of Old Ships: From Egyptian Galleys To Clipper Ships, by Henry B. Culver. 256 Pages. Softbound. In this classic review, noted maritime artist Gordon Grant has created 80 magnificent line illustrations of some of history's most important sailing ships. Henry B. Culver, well-known naval historian, has provided a detailed and meticulously researched text for each of Grants illustrations. Culver describes for us not only the material and details of the construction each vessel, but also its period of popularity and funtion and the romance and lore surrounding the individual craft as well. This book Begins with the graceful Egyptian galley (c.1600 B.C.) and ends with the splendid 5-masted clipper ship of 1921. Also depicted are the Roman trireme, the Viking longship, a 16th-century caravel, an East Indiaman of 1750, a 19th brigantine, a New Bedford whaling ship, and well as dozens of other lesser know vessels. This book will be enjoyed by naval historians, sailing enthusiasts and model shipbuilders alike. $10.95 (BK-0203)