Herbert c fyfe (24 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A hush falls over the cosmos as our planet spins through the velvet dark, its fate hanging on the edge of forces far beyond human command. In an era when the mysteries of the universe beckoned with equal parts awe and dread, this work emerged to probe the ultimate question: by what means might the world as we know it meet its end Drawing on the scientific predictions and speculative science of its time, the book surveys a gallery of cosmic disasters and catastrophic events-ranging from the slow dying of the sun to the sudden violence of planetary extinction. With a keen eye for astronomy nonfiction and a measured curiosity about the future of humanity, it explores earth destruction scenarios both plausible and fantastical, all while tracing the thread of doomsday science that has haunted thinkers for generations. What sets this volume apart is not simply its unflinching catalogue of end of the world theories, but its ability to place these fears and fascinations within the broader sweep of science history. The narrative moves with precision between rigorous explanation and moments of almost poetic speculation, inviting readers to contemplate the universe's fate with both rational inquiry and imaginative wonder. Its pages reflect a time when humanity sought to understand its place in an unpredictable cosmos, balancing existential anxiety with intellectual courage. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For those drawn to the enduring questions of science, the drama of cosmic possibility, and the legacy of speculative thought, this restored edition offers a singular window into the hopes and fears that have shaped our vision of the end.…

Zustand: Gut. xxviii, 332 Seiten, Über den europäischen und nordamerikanischen Ubootbau. - Mit 50 Abbildungen. - Provenienz: Bibliothek des schwedischen Kriegsarchivs (typographisches Exlibris, Stempel, Rückensignatur). - Etwas berieben. Sonst sauberes und wohlerhaltenes Exemplar. Due to new EU packaging regulations, we are currently unable to ship to many EU countries. Shipping to Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, Finland, and the Baltic states is possible. Deliveries to border-based parcel lockers or cross-border parcel forwarding services remain possible. Shipping to all countries outside the EU also remains possible. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 900 OLnbd., Kopfgoldschnitt, 22 x 14 cm.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Delve into the shadowy depths of undersea combat with Herbert C. Fyfe's 'Submarine Warfare: Past, Present, and Future.' This meticulously prepared edition explores the evolution of submarine technology and tactics, offering a detailed examination of naval history with a specific focus on the rise of undersea warfare. From early concepts to the formidable U-boats of World War I, Fyfe charts the development of these underwater vessels and their impact on military strategy. Explore the technical innovations that made submarine warfare possible and the evolving strategies employed by both attackers and defenders. A crucial resource for anyone interested in naval history, military technology, or the conflicts of the 20th century, 'Submarine Warfare' provides a comprehensive overview of this often-overlooked aspect of armed conflict. Discover the past, present, and perceived future of this unique form of combat in this timeless exploration of undersea warfare.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Zustand: New.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Delve into the shadowy depths of undersea combat with Herbert C. Fyfe's 'Submarine Warfare: Past, Present, and Future.' This meticulously prepared edition explores the evolution of submarine technology and tactics, offering a detailed examination of naval history with a specific focus on the rise of undersea warfare. From early concepts to the formidable U-boats of World War I, Fyfe charts the development of these underwater vessels and their impact on military strategy. Explore the technical innovations that made submarine warfare possible and the evolving strategies employed by both attackers and defenders. A crucial resource for anyone interested in naval history, military technology, or the conflicts of the 20th century, 'Submarine Warfare' provides a comprehensive overview of this often-overlooked aspect of armed conflict. Discover the past, present, and perceived future of this unique form of combat in this timeless exploration of undersea warfare.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Zustand: New.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No Dust Jacket Issued. 2nd Edition. Numerous b/w illustrations. 302pp. Red cloth boards with faded spine, some rippling to cloth on boards and reinforced corners and top and bottom of spine. Pages yellowing. Private bookplate of military author Kenneth Stevens on fixed endpaper. Additional postage may be required due to the weight of this book (1.4kg).…

Buckram, Leather label. Zustand: Good+. None. First Edition. xxviii, 332 pages, with 50 monochrome illustrations, frontispiece tissue-guarded. With an introduction by Admiral The Hon. Sir Edmund Robert Fremantle, G.C.B., C.M.G.; and a chapter on "The Probable Future of Submarine Boat Construction" by Sir Edward J. Reed, M.P. The author wishes 'that the book may appeal to the general public, and that it may also be found worthy of a place on the shelves of the student of naval history and naval warfare'. Includes a short bibliography of submarine warfare. Hb in buckram, with red leather label, blind-embossed 'SHIP STORE ROYAL NAVY' on upper board, incomplete stamp on front endpaper, offsetting partially on front free endpaper 'SOLD BY H.M. STATIONERY OFFICE'. Lower front hinge weak, prelims darkened with one or two pencil marks on front endpaper. Nonetheless a good copy of this significant early title on submarine warfare; uncommon. …

Zustand: Very Good. Second edition. Hardback. Octavo. xxviii, 302pp. Original red cloth with gilt and black titles. Covers with some marks and fading, spine ends slightly chipped with tear at head, inner front hinge loose, otherwise very good. Presentation inscription to pastedown.

Hardcover. 8vo. pp xxviii, 302. Rebound in half black leather over black cloth. Copiously illustrated in black & white throughout. Ex Library copy with the usual markings, slight lean and slight rubbing otherwise very good minusminus with clean text.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Dust Jacket. Second Edition. Ex-library. Library stamps and markings. Rebound in library cloth boards.; Second Edition, revised. xxviii, 302 pages. Illustrated. Page dimensions: 207 x 134mm. Selected chapter titles: The Relative Value and Powers of Submarines; The Morality of Submarine Warfare; The Romance of Under-Water Warfare; The Moral Influence of Under-Water Warfare; The Submarine in Action; The Antidote to Submarines; The Early History of Submarine Warfare; Early Efforts in Submarine Navigation; David Bushnell; Fulton's Submarine Boats; Submarines during the American Civil War; The Nordenfelt Submarines; American Submarines; French Submarines; Submarines Old and New; A Short Bibliography of Submarine Warfare.; 8vo.…

Cloth. Zustand: Very Good. First. 1902 -first edition scarce in vg condition spine rebound and new endpapers with small stamp on title page -with 50 illustrations -a very early book on the history of submarines Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.