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Book 1997

Life in a Victorian Steamship (History of Britain Topic Books)

Andrew Langley Gerald Wood

Publisher
Heinemann Library
Published
1997
  • United Kingdom, Great Britain
  • 20th century

In June 1819, the Savannah became the first steam-powered boat to cross the Atlantic. During Queen Victoria's reign, steam gradually took over from sail. This book describes what life was like for the captain and crew of a Victorian steamship.