The Open Boat: The Australian 18 Footer Origin Evolution And Construct by Ian Hugh Smith
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The Open Boat: The Australian 18 Footer Origin Evolution And Construct

Author: Ian Hugh Smith
Condition: The book has a bump to the top corner, creating a small crease to the top corner of the first 14 pages. The pages are clean and tidy. Free of writing. No stuck pages. Tight binding. From a smoke free home.

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The Open Boat: The Australian 18 Footer Origin Evolution And Construct by Ian Hugh Smith is a concise non‑fiction work that explores the history, design and cultural significance of Australia’s iconic 18‑foot boats. Blending biography, engineering, and Australian history, it offers readers a vivid look at boating heritage and its impact on travel and leisure.

Published in 2017 as a trade paperback, this 200‑page volume is geared toward both young adults and adults interested in true stories, transportation, and personal development. The book’s clear narrative makes it a useful reference for anyone studying maritime technology or Australian culture.

The copy is in good condition with a tight binding and clean, tidy pages free of writing or stuck sheets. A small bump on the top corner creates a minor crease affecting the first fourteen pages, but otherwise the book shows no signs of wear and comes from a smoke‑free home.

Overall, The Open Boat provides an engaging, well‑researched look at a beloved piece of Australian history, making it a valuable addition for collectors and readers of biographies, engineering, and travel topics.