Title: The Story of the Mary Rose
Author: Ernle Bradford
Publisher: Book Club Associates, London
Edition & Year: 1982 Edition
Pages & Size: 207 pages · Hardcover · 7.5 × 10 in
Ernle Bradford’s The Story of the Mary Rose is an authoritative and captivating chronicle of one of Britain’s most iconic ships. Published in 1982 by Book Club Associates, London, this handsome hardcover volume spans 207 pages and measures 7.5 × 10 inches, combining scholarly research with vivid storytelling.
Bradford, a distinguished historian and former naval officer, brings unique insight to the tale of the Mary Rose. He recounts the ship’s origins under Henry VIII, its role in the Tudor navy, and the fateful day in 1545 when it sank in the Solent during battle with the French. Drawing on archaeological evidence from the dramatic 1982 salvage operation, Bradford explains how the vessel was preserved beneath the seabed for over four centuries and what its recovery revealed about 16th-century shipbuilding, warfare, and everyday life at sea.
Lavishly illustrated with archival photographs, line drawings, and images of recovered artifacts, this edition invites readers to step into the world of Tudor sailors. The text blends technical detail with narrative flair, offering insights into the design of the hull, the weaponry it carried, and the conditions aboard a warship during Henry VIII’s reign.
Whether you are a maritime historian, an enthusiast of Tudor England, or someone captivated by great underwater discoveries, The Story of the Mary Rose is an indispensable reference and an engaging read. Its sturdy binding and large format make it a valuable addition to personal collections, libraries, and classrooms focused on naval history, shipwreck archaeology, or Renaissance studies.
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Comprehensive history of the Mary Rose by noted historian Ernle Bradford
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Published by Book Club Associates, London, 1982 edition
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207 pages with rich illustrations and archival imagery
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Durable hardcover (7.5 × 10 in), ideal for study or display
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Covers the ship’s construction, service, sinking, and recovery
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Perfect for maritime historians, Tudor scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts of shipwreck archaeology
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