Photographs and text provide information about boats and ships, looking at different types of sailing vessels from throughout history, investigating their different parts, and discussing how and why they work.

Uses humor in both text and illustrations to describe what it would require to launch a voyage of discovery, what shipboard life would be like, and what the rewards would be using the voyages of Columbus as an example.

Draws on stories from survivors and archival photographs to describe the history of the "Titanic" from its launch to its sinking.

"Cruise liners, destroyers and aircraft carriers, and oil tankers are some of the massive watercraft breaking records and keeping the world economy moving and safe. This fascinating resource provides snapshots of innovative and impressive ships of the future, using these awe-inspiring vessels as an introduction to basic engineering principles. A dynamic overview of present and future seagoing giants also tackles the green and energy-efficient innovations...

A history of travel by water, including such topics as famous explorers, kinds of ships, and famous waterways.

From dinghies to freight liners, pirate ships to submarines, across oceans and up rivers, set sail on a fascinating journey through the worls of ships.

Arriving in the New World after a grueling Atlantic crossing, Mayflower passenger Mem cares for her dying fellow pilgrims while befriending Native American Squanto, who assists her family through a first year of tragedy and thanksgiving.

This book brings readers into the history of navigation. They will learn about the different eras of ships, from the early navigators to the era of sail and steam to contemporary navigation.