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The Good Old Days Of Shipping (1900)

The Good Old Days Of Shipping (1900)

Coates, William Herbert

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ISBN10: 116616229X
ISBN13: 9781166162290
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 154
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Good Old Days of Shipping is a historical non-fiction book written by William Herbert Coates and originally published in 1900. The book takes readers on a journey through the golden age of shipping, exploring the fascinating world of maritime commerce during the 19th century. Coates draws on his own experiences as a sailor and his extensive research to provide a vivid account of life at sea, the challenges faced by sailors, and the evolution of shipbuilding and navigation technology. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of shipping, including ship design, cargo transportation, piracy, and the role of women in the industry. Coates also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural aspects of life at sea, including the relationships between sailors, their superstitions and beliefs, and the impact of technological advancements on their daily routines. The Good Old Days of Shipping is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, as well as those who want to gain a deeper understanding of the role of shipping in shaping global trade and commerce.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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