Kings of the Oceans: 1948 - 1956 Ships built for the Hellenes Tapa dura - 2000

Athens: Argo Publishing and Advertising Co. Ltd, 2000. 365pp; illustrated; text in Greek and English; no d/j, pictorial boards, blue spine.. Hard Cover. Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Piraeus: Argo Publishing and Advertising Co. Ltd, 2000. Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. 1st Edition. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. 11 3/8" x 8 1/4", 365 pages, black and white photographs. The "Kings of the Oceans" series is a complete listing of all Hellenic-owned ships built at world shipyards from World War Two until the year 2003. This volume, which covers 1948 through 1956, features 268 ocean-going vessels that were delivered into Greek management during the period. Includes the statistical history of each ship, including the builder, owner, gross tonnage, etc. Dual Greek and English text with hundreds of black and white photos. Hb, no dw, apparently as issued, scratch marks to rear cover and tiny chip to rear edge of spine, upper rear corner bumped, otherwise virtually as new. Note - this is a very heavy book, additional postage may be requested. .