Phil N. Thomas — British Steam Tugs

Waine Research. 1983; Hardcover met stofomslag; goed exemplaar / good copy. This book is beautifully produced and a must for anyone at all interested in these fascinating craft, MODEL BOATS. A full history covering early tugs, wood iron and steel paddle `tugs', harbour, seeking and coastal screw tugs, and ocean tugs. Thames craft tugs, tenders and passenger carrying tugs, naval and wartime tugs. Tug owners and builders. Tug construction, engines and deck gear. Over 1000 steam tugs and 400 owners are covered. The 85 tug plans range from 1833 to 1956 and 29 colour profiles will be of interest to modellers. More than 90 photographs (some colour), sketches, and colour diagram of 88 funnel colours.