The Age of Sailing Ships

Name: The Age of Sailing Ships
ISBN: 9780860200239

by George P. B. Naish, Heather Amery

Usborne First Library of Knowledge Series

For the child eager to explore history and technology, this book sails through the fascinating world of old ships, from their construction to epic voyages.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child shows a budding interest in history, pirates, or how giant machines work. It's for the child who asks how people crossed oceans before airplanes or what life was like on a pirate ship. This classic Usborne guide is a visual feast, packed with detailed illustrations that explore the age of sailing ships from the 15th to the 19th century. It covers everything from ship construction and famous explorers to naval battles and the daily life of a sailor. The book sparks curiosity and gives a sense of the resilience needed for these epic voyages. Its format, with bite-sized text and rich diagrams, makes a complex topic accessible and exciting for children ages 8 to 12.

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What Parents Should Know

ViolenceMild

Features historical depictions of naval battles with cannons. The illustrations are detailed but not gory.

Mild PerilMild

Discusses the inherent dangers of sea life, including storms, disease (scurvy), and harsh discipline.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with historical conflict and hardship. Naval battles are depicted with cannons firing, but the illustrations are not graphic or gory. The harsh realities of life for sailors, including disease (like scurvy), strict discipline (flogging is mentioned), and the general dangers of sea travel are discussed factually. The approach is historical and secular, presenting these as facts of the era without emotional dramatization. The resolution of this historical period is the advent of new technology, a neutral outcome.