Chinese Junks and Other Native Craft
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| Rating | : | 4.85 (917 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 9881762138 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 204 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Great read even without the original color illustrations No need to review a book that has done service as long as this one, but it is worth mentioning that this edition does not have color illustrations. This is unfortunate as the author frequently alludes to the colors of the vessels as important distinguishing characteristics. Despite that, I would imagine it is hard to find an early, color-illustrated edition, and it is so much fun and interesting to read about these boats, that the lack of . Three Stars Reasonably informative about various junk types. family ties D. Donnelly This book was written by my great-uncle, and has been part of family lore ever since I can remember. I was pleased to see that it had been re-printed and re-issued. I have a copy of the original Kelly and Walsh 1924 edition, but unfortunately my copy has been stripped of its colour plates. I was disappointed to find that editors chose to re-print the new edition without the plates. I do have to say, however, that apart from that the new ed
Vivid and graceful, grotesque and gay, junks were supremely honed for their particular work. Donnelly immortalized these lost treasures in this book from 1924, with a pen and sketchpad and with words that betray his passion for the ancient watercraft of China. From Tientsin to Hong Kong - and up and down the great rivers in between - Ivon A. The sailing junk was an amazing vessel. But time and new technology took their toll and the junk is today all but extinct.