Universal dictionary of the marine

1776,book in good condition for her age An Universal dictionary of the marine: or, a copious explanation of the thecnical terms and phrases employed in the construction, equipment, furniture, machinery, movements and military operations of a Ship. Illustrated with variety of original design of shipping, in different situations; Together with separate views of their masts, sails, yards, and rigging. To which is annexed a translation of the French sea-terms and phrases, collected from the work of Mess. Du Hamel, Aubin, Saverien etc. By William Falconer author of the Shipreck