Submarines

The History and Evolution of Underwater Fighting Vessels

by Antony Preston, illustrated by John Batchelor

Octopus Books, 1975, ISBN 0706404297, full page colour and b/w photographs throughout, large hardback dustjacket, 

Very Good Condition, minor edge and shelf wear, a little rubbing on edges, small tears and chips to dustjacket (see photographs)

'The concept of underwater travel has always fascinated men and the first recorded design for an underwater vessel was made as early as 1578.  This book traces the evolution of the submarine from its early beginnings to the present.'