Richard Spilsbury: 9 books

Book cover of The Oil Industry
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2011

This book offers a comprehensive look into the oil industry. While the business may get negative press, and with the politics of oil such a sensitive issue, this book offers a welcome investigation of the facts from all sides. Along with outlining the negative aspects of the oil industry, this book also provides a balanced view of the benefits this energy source provides.
Book cover of Oil Tankers at Sea
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2017

Oil is one of Earth’s most coveted resources, and transporting massive quantities of this product requires mammoth machinery. This information-rich book introduces readers to the different types of oil tankers, from crude tankers to supertankers. Detailed photographs allow readers to explore gigantic...
Book cover of Submarines at Sea
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2017

The enigmatic depths of Earth’s oceans have long eluded humanity, but as our technology increases, so does our ability to explore these mysterious waters. This information-rich book introduces readers to the brilliant engineering behind submarines, the anatomy of these incredible machines, and their...
Book cover of Speedboats at Sea
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2017

Readers with a need for speed will love this comprehensive look at speedboats! They’ll learn fascinating facts about the engineering behind these powerful machines, such as how a boat’s shape influences its speed and how engines operate. Readers will explore different types of crafts, from military...
Book cover of Destroyers at Sea
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2017

From the time of Vikings to modern-day military, humans have long warred at sea. This book introduces readers to destroyers, the ultimate warships of today. Readers will learn how these monstrous machines are engineered, the weapons they carry, and how their radar systems function. Complex processes...
Book cover of Aircraft Carriers at Sea
by Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2017

The realms of sky and sea collide on the decks of aircraft carriers. From landing to takeoff, it all happens on these incredible crafts. Readers will be amazed at detailed photographs of these massive machines, and will discover how these aquatic air bases are engineered and the materials they are...
Book cover of Who Marched for Civil Rights?
by Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: December 21, 2015

How do we know about the thousands of people who marched in campaigns for civil rights for African Americans in the 1960s? Where did they march and what happened to them? This book shows how we know about the marchers and their experiences from primary and other sources. It includes information on some...
Book cover of Deforestation
by Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2011

Studies from around the world showcase both the positive and the negative impacts that development projects can have. This book explores the various consequences of resource management within the forestry industry. Throughout, pros and cons of development and deforestation are presented in order to represent both sides and provoke a debate/discussion.
Book cover of Who Protested Against the Vietnam War?
by Richard Spilsbury
Language: English
Release Date: December 21, 2015

How do we know about the thousands of people who protested against the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s? What did they do and what happened to them? This book shows how we know about the protesters and their experiences from primary and other sources. It includes information on some historical detective...
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