Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historic Trinity College and its adjoining buildings, focusing on their importance in the evolution of the British Navy. Built in 1695, Trinity College was originally a hospital for retired seamen and widows. The author traces the building's origins to the medieval maritime guilds that were responsible for maintaining seamarks and pilotage, and later played a role in coastal defense. The book also examines the Stuart period, when the Trinity Guild transformed into a naval authority and began constructing the modern navy. During this time, important figures such as Samuel Pepys and Sir Richard Browne were affiliated with the Trinity House, leaving a lasting impact on the institution's governance and social dynamics. The author argues that Trinity College remains a significant historical monument, embodying the spirit of both medieval guilds and the formative years of the British Navy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332864133_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332864133
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332864133
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)