| Author |
Lindsay, W. S. (William Schaw), 1816-1877 |
| Title |
History of merchant shipping and ancient commerce, Volume 3 (of 4)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Sampson Low, Marston, Low, and Searle, 1876.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"History of Merchant Shipping and Ancient Commerce, Volume 3" by W. S. Lindsay is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the evolution of maritime commerce, particularly focusing on American shipping and the changes in maritime laws and practices up to that time. It delves into the interconnections between trade, navigation laws, and the development of the merchant marine, providing context for understanding the rise of maritime power and commerce in the United States and beyond. The opening of this volume presents a detailed examination of the rapid growth of American maritime commerce, highlighting the resources and changes in trade laws that facilitated this progress. Lindsay discusses specific challenges faced by American shipowners, such as discriminating duties imposed by France and the rise of key cities like New Orleans and New York as commercial hubs. He also addresses the measures in place to ensure the well-being and education of seamen, revealing how American laws aimed to protect sailors’ rights while navigating the complexities of international maritime laws and competition. The narrative sets a foundation for understanding the consequences of legislative changes and the socio-economic dynamics at play in the evolving landscape of global trade. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HF: Social sciences: Commerce
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| Subject |
Commerce -- History
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| Subject |
Shipping -- History
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| Subject |
Steam navigation -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74102 |
| Release Date |
Jul 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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