The National Maritime Museum Series is a group of illustrated non-fiction books produced in association with maritime history experts and linked to the collections and research of the National Maritime Museum. The series focuses on different aspects of naval and seafaring history, with each volume typically covering a specific theme such as ship types, exploration, naval warfare, trade, or maritime technology across different historical periods. Written in an accessible, reference-style format, the books combine clear explanations with maps, photographs, and detailed illustrations of ships, uniforms, and equipment. Overall, the series serves as an educational visual guide to Britain’s and the wider world’s maritime past, helping readers understand how seafaring shaped exploration, empire, and global history.