Stockwin's Maritime Miscellany
A Ditty Bag of Wonders from the Golden Age of Sail
$44.02
- Paperback
224 pages
- Release Date
14 January 2014
Summary
Enchanting miscellany full of fascinating facts and intriguing stories from the golden age of seafaring.
Lt Cdr Julian Stockwin shares his love and knowledge of the sea in this entertaining collection of maritime stories and little-known trivia. Featuring nautical facts and feats, including superstitions at sea, the history of animals on the waves - until 1975 when all animals were banned from Royal Navy ships - and how the inventor of the umbrella helped man the British Navy, it is p…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780091958602 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0091958601 |
| Author: | Julian Stockwin |
| Publisher: | Ebury Publishing |
| Imprint: | Ebury Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 14 January 2014 |
| Weight: | 242g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 135mm x 16mm |
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About The Author
Julian Stockwin
Author Biography
Julian Stockwin’s lifelong fascination with the sea began in his early childhood, leading him to join the Royal Navy at the age of 15. He later served for eight years in the Royal Australian Navy, undertaking global assignments that included service in the Vietnam War.
Following his naval career, Julian pursued studies in Far Eastern Studies and psychology, subsequently working as an educational psychologist and academic researcher. After returning to the UK in 1990 and gaining experience in strategic merchant shipping, Julian embarked on his writing career six years later. He is now a successful novelist, widely recognized for his acclaimed Thomas Kydd series.
Julian Stockwin currently resides in Devon with his wife, Kathy.
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