An universal dictionary of the marine: or, A copious explanation of the technical terms and phrases employed in the construction, equipment, furniture, machinery, movements, and military operations of a ship. Illustrated with variety of original designs of shipping, in different situations; together with separate views of their masts, sails, yards, and rigging. To which is annexed, a translation of the French sea-terms and phrases, collected from the works of Mess. Du Hamel, Aubin, Saverien, &c. By William Falconer, author of the Shipwreck

People / Organizations

• William Falconer (Author)

Imprint

London : Printed for T. Cadell, in the Strand, M.DCC.LXXXIX. [1789] A new edition, corrected.; ..

Publication year

1789

ESTC No.

T71579

Grub Street ID

295129

Description

[420]p., plates ; 4°.

Note

A reissue of the edition of 1784 with a new titlepage.