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Re: Seeking references on smallboat design evoluti

Posted By: Paul G. Jacobson
Date: Thursday, 27 June 2002, at 8:31 p.m.

In Response To: Seeking references on smallboat design evolution (Ray)

: Hello,

: I am looking for reference information discussing the evolution of boat
: design. Specifically, I am looking for examples of how culture,necessity
: etc. influenced boat design over the years. Any web site recommendations
: will be greatly appreciated.

: Thanks......

: RJK

Hmm, If it wasn't already summer I'd think this was a request for a homework project.

http://cma.soton.ac.uk/HistShip/shlect67.htm is a section of lecture notes on some Nordic boats. at the end is a short bibliography.

Putz, in his book on canvas covered boats spends a few pages on their history and use, particlarly with regard to the use of the coracle in Ireland.

The book on native boats by Adney and Chappelle is one that I would like to read, from what I have heard of it, it not only has measurements of aboriginal craft, but also discusses their development. You can get a nother short review of it, and many more suggestions for books by consulting the bibliography which happens to be on this board. You can thank Nick for providing it.

http://www.guillemot-kayaks.com/Info/Bibliography.html

hope this helps.

PGJ

Messages In This Thread

Seeking references on smallboat design evolution
Ray -- Tuesday, 25 June 2002, at 12:53 p.m.

Re: Seeking references on smallboat design evoluti
Paul G. Jacobson -- Thursday, 27 June 2002, at 8:31 p.m.

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