"Steam Battery: Blockship and Catamaran" is a study by noted naval architect Howard Irving Chappell of the history and development of Fulton's "Steam Battery" warships. The book examines the design features of these revolutionary ships, their military use and influence on the further development of marine technology. The author analyzes in detail the technical aspects of the ships, reveals the important points of their history and the principles of operation. Readers will have the opportunity to study in detail the features of the design, construction and combat use of these innovative ships. "Blockship and Catamaran" will be a valuable source of information both for professionals in the field of marine engineering and for a wide range of readers interested in the history and technical innovations in shipbuilding.