BRITAIN'S MARITIME PAST

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From the earliest times, Britain has been a nation of seafarers & the British coastline is rich in sites that preserve relics & memories of our maritime heritage, from Nelson's Victory in Portsmouth harbour or the Maritime Museum in Greenwich to tiny Skara Brae on Orkney, where fishermen still continue an industry that began over 4000 years ago. This book provides visitors with a comprehensive guide to all the significant sites, with full information on how to get there, admission prices, access hours as well as descriptions of what is to be seen & the historical background to the exhibits. 174pp colour photos H/B (rrp £20)