Model Marine Steam - Special Interest Model Books – Paperback 144 pages. Author Stan Bray ISBN 1-85486-245-6

Stan Bray’s latest book, Model Marine Steam fills a much neglected niche. Whilst there are dozens of books on Marine modelling very few deal exclusively with the Steam propulsion unit and its installation. Building a successful steam powered vessel is not as easy as it looks, whilst a well proportioned and reliable model is a joy to behold and always draws a crowd. This book will find a welcome slot on the shelves of both novice and expert alike. It covers in seventeen very detailed chapters every aspect of the Model Steam Plant including design of the Engine and Boiler, Boiler Fittings, Pumps and Valve Gear. It includes chapters on Feed Water, Lubrication, Spirit and Gas Firing, Turbines and Paddle Steamers. The book is packed with clear fully dimensioned working drawings for three Steam engines including Multi-cylinder and Compounds, two Boiler designs plus a wide selection of Ancillary items. There is even a section on Automatic control. Probably the only book on this fascinating aspect of Marine Engineering you will ever need.

This book is available from Tee Publishing. £14.95 + £2.70 pp

Colin Usher