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Joseph P. Gribbins
Hardcover
128 pages
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The Wooden Boat
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Wooden boats possess a magic that metal and plastic vessels, although useful, cannot match. With their mellow richness of finish and unparalleled craftsmanship, these unique vessels have long inspired passion. The WOODEN BOAT is an eloquently written and exquisitely photographed celebration of this hand-crafted beauty, from the traditional small boat to the elegant speedboat to the magnificent yacht.
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| Weight | 1.1 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 × 29.4 × 1.7 cm |
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