On Tugboats
by Virginia Thorndike
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Author: Virginia ThorndikeEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-07-25
ISBN: 0892725656
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: Down East Books
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Book Review: A "must have" for tug boat lovers.
Summary: 5 Stars
If you liked "Tugboats of New York", you will love this book. Where "Tugboats of New York" gave the history of tugboats and some details, it was just enough for me to want to know more. Now "On Tugboats" fills in some of the gaps and than much, much more. The author goes into the detail that I sought and explained (for example) with text and photos how the tug and its barge are coupled; something that intrigued me. There is, of course, a lot more information given. Now that more and bigger tugboats are being constructed as fast as the shipyards can fill the outstanding orders, because of the increased size and number of the new container ships that need their help, the industry is being revived, giving more impetus for the need to become better acquainted with them. There is no better way than reading this book. My only regret is that this book wasn't issued as a hard-cover edition with coated paper; the photos are great but would have shown up better on better quality paper and the hard cover would stand up better to the test of time for those of us who consider this a "keeper". Lastly, if you buy this and like it, get yourself "Tugboats of New York", you won't regret it.
Summary of On Tugboats
Tugboats hold a fascination not only for anyone who has worked aboard a vessel or around a harbor but for many land-bound folks as well. There is something about their chunky, powerful build and their often risky but vital work that excites our interest and admiration. The captains and crews of the tugboats are justifiably proud of what they do, and they have some great stories to tell about the ships and barges they tow or push; the harbors, storms, tides, and dangerous passages they must negotiate; the unions; the pilots; the different designs and capabilties of their boats; and the way the boats and their livelihood are irrevocably changing.General Books
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