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Port of Call Tall Ships Visit the Maritimes

Created by: Allan Billard
Publisher: Nimbus Publishing
SKU: NB1312

$19.95

Port of Call celebrates the extravagant and spectacular event that will bring the tall ships to more than 30 Maritime ports for Rendez-Vous 2017, part of Canada’s 150th celebrations. Allan Billard reveals details, insights, and everything else you need to know about the dazzling ships and schooners in this colourful, photo-filled book.

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Did you know that the schooner When and If was built for US General George Patton? Or that the barque Europa is over one hundred years old? Tall ships are steeped in mystery and romance, and this year over thirty will visit Maritime ports for Rendez-Vous 2017, a spectacular event ten years in the works. In this colourful, photo-filled book, Allan Billard tells you everything you need to know about the schooners, galleons, brigantines, and other dazzling tall ships participating in this extravaganza–and what to look for at the sixteen ports they will grace. Rendez-Vous 2017 is a signature event of Canada’s 150th celebrations, and is certain to attract huge crowds. This book will help preserve the memories.

Additional information

Weight 442 g
Dimensions 8 × 10 cm
Binding

Paperback

Language

Date Published

June 2 2017

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ACTIVE TITLE

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No of Pages

136

Page Count

136

ISBN

9781771085052