Modern shipbuilding and the men engaged in it

"Modern Shipbuilding and the Men Engaged in It" by David Pollock is a detailed explanation of how ships were being built in the late 1800s. It's all about how steamships got better, especially the ones used for trade. The author looks at how shipbuilding changed, like when they started using iron and steel instead of wood, and discusses the impact that had. The book also points out how these changes led to bigger, more efficient ships that were better for the economy and safer. Overall, it's a celebration of the new technology and how it transformed ship construction in that time, setting the stage for a deeper look into ocean advancements.