Skulski, Janusz
Battleships Yamato and Musashi - Anatomy of The Ship (Hardback)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472832245
- author:
- Skulski, Janusz
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 23.88 x 25.91 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Ships & Shipbuilding,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Yamato and Musashi: A Visual History of Japan's Legendary Warships This book presents a unique and detailed visual representation of two of Japan's most iconic warships, the Yamato and Musashi. Built to be the largest and most heavily armed ships ever constructed, these battleships played a significant role in the Second World War. The book includes a comprehensive description of their design and construction, as well as a detailed career history, accompanied by a substantial pictorial section featuring rare onboard views, over 1,000 perspective line artworks, 350 colour 3D views, and 30 photographs. The combination of Janusz Skulski's in-depth analysis and 3D artist Stefan Draminski's realistic renditions brings these legendary ships to life in a way that has never been seen before. With its extensive collection of images and detailed descriptions, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in naval history and the Second World War.