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Arthur Nicholson is an American lawyer and naval enthusiast. Heis also the author of Hostages of Fortune.
“Arthur Nicholson’s new book is therefore welcome in its detailedrecording of the exploits of what were, indeed, very specialships…. Very Special Ships can be recommended as a well-researchedand well-written operational history of a remarkable class ofwarship." —Warshipsas part of the publication's Naval Books of theYear “This entertaining, well written and immensely interestinghistory represents the bulk of the book. Included, as is typical ofhistories of this type, are a wide range of photographs, diagramsand maps. Particularly well done is a series of exquisite views ofthe six ships of the class in various guises and layouts. The storyintroduces the human element throughout with liberal quotes, photosand anecdotes from the crews who served in the ships from captainto ordinary seaman. The book is well produced, attractively laidout and well written. I have no hesitation in recommending it toanyone with an interest in this class of warships.”—The NorthernMariner
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