The early development of the screw propeller -- propulsion systems -- propeller geometry -- thepropeller environment -- the wake field -- propellerperformance characteristics -- theoretical methods -- basic concepts -- theoretical methods -- propeller theories -- cavitation -- propeller noise -- propeller-ship interaction -- ship resistance and propulsion -- thrust augmentation deveices -- transverse thrusters -- azimuthing and podded propulsors -- waterjet propulsion -- full-scale trials -- propeller materials -- propeller blade strength -- propeller manufacture -- propeller blade vibration -- propeller design -- operational problems -- service performance and analysis -- propeller tolerances and inspection -- proeller maintenance and repair.