Working the Welsh Coast
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The People of Wales have always looked to the sea for employment and trade. This book looks at different types of vessels used along the coast, for both fishing and coastal trade, ranging from Tenby Luggers to Welsh topsail schooners. It also contains inset spreads looking at different sectors of the Welsh maritime industry and heritage.
MIKE SMYLIE is a maritime historian who specialises in the fishing industry and has written numerous books and articles on the subject, including Thomas Summers & Co.<./i> and Voices from the Shoreline for The History Press. He is also a founder member of the 40+ Fishing Boat association, which was founded to promote and preserve British fishing traditions and vessels, and edits their thrice-yearly newsletter Fishing Boats.