This text includes the tale of how the Honourable East India Company attained its unique position, despite the opposition of its European rivals. The vessels are described in depth, as are the less well known aspects of its shipping. |
Author: Jean Sutton Title: Lords of the East: The East India Company and its Ships Series: First Published by: Conway Maritime Press Place: Format: HC Date: 21 September 1981 ISBN-10: 0851771696 ISBN-13: 9780851771694 |