On Board: The Epic History of Ships, Sailors, and the Voyages They Made -- Tom Adams, Hardcover
Set sail for a journey through time and around the world...
Packed with exciting, real-life stories and detailed illustrations, this is the fascinating story of how boats and ships have transformed our world. For thousands of years, the only way to cross the oceans was by boat. How must those first voyagers have felt, first hugging the shorelines and eventually venturing out across open seas?
On Board charts water transport through history, exploring:
- Early seafarers and the great journeys that carried people across the globe.
- How boats and ships have changed over time, from simple craft to modern engineering.
- Famous voyages, including circumnavigations and groundbreaking expeditions.
- Life at sea, from navigation and safety to daily routines on board.
- Remarkable vessels from history, including iconic ships and ancient discoveries.
- Inspiring figures who changed maritime history, such as lighthouse keeper Grace Darling, who saved lives at sea and Hugh Mulzac, the first Black US shipmaster.
- Surprising facts, record-breaking ships, and unusual designs from around the world.
Author: Tom Adams
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
Published: 10/6/2026
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.9 lbs
Size: 12.3" H x 10.3" L x 0.6" W
ISBN: 9781836004707
