Author: FRIEDMAN Norman:
Title: Modern Warship - Design and Development.
Description: London. Conway Maritime. 1979. lst edn. (943) Hardback. 192 pages. Numerous b.w. illustrations. Diagrams. Fine in navy boards with gilt lettering to spine, in a fine price-clipped d.w. No markings or inscriptions. Written by an expert in naval strategic research, it is founded on a real understanding of the requirements of modern warfare and the designed capacities of the ships. As a result he is able to explain why modern ships are so designed, and his answers on controversial questions, such as the apparent superiority of Soviet warships, will intrigue anybody interested in the history of fighting ships. ISBN: 0-85177-147-5.

Keywords: Maritime. Warships.