Packed with superb rare and previously unpublished illustrations, Ian Sebire looks at the defining works of the great Italian naval architect Nicolo Costanzi.

A grand luxury fleet sails again in this impressive volume. Profiles opulent pre-war vessels such as Roma and Conte di Savoia to the cutting-edge style of post-

Profusely illustrated throughout, this book portraits the iconic ships of the Italian Line and the people who brought them to life.

The 1950s was a fascinating decade for the great liners. After the global devastation of two decades of war and Depression, shipyards were creating one new line

This book takes a candid and insightful look at the rich history, construction and crew of the great ships.