Ships Ancient and Modern, Part 1: Wooden Sailing Ships by Sir George Charles Vincent Holmes is a detailed study of the history and construction of sailing ships. In this book, the author examines in detail the evolution of wooden ships from the earliest times to the present day, describing their construction, equipment, techniques and known historical facts. Thanks to detailed drawings, diagrams and photographs, the reader will be able to better understand how these huge wooden ships functioned and how they influenced the development of seafaring and military conflicts. Ships Ancient and Modern, Part 1: Wooden Sailing Ships is not only an interesting source of knowledge for lovers of maritime history, but also an important book for anyone interested in the development of shipbuilding and shipbuilding technology.