The Boy's Own Book of Boats - Including Vessels of Every Rig and Size to be Found Floating on the Waters in All Parts of the World - Together with Com - Paperbackby William H. G. Kingston (Author), W. H. G. Kingston (Author) This vintage book is a complete guide to the boats and ships of the nineteenth century, with information on vessels of every rig and size to be found in waters the world over. With a wealth of interesting historical information as well as complete instructions on making sailing models, this volume is highly recommended for those with a keen interest in maritime history, and would make for