Our Merchant Shipping

""Our Merchant Shipping: Its Present State Considered"" is a book written by William Schaw Lindsay in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the state of merchant shipping in the mid-19th century. It covers various aspects of the industry, including the types of ships used, the routes taken, the trade regulations, and the safety measures in place. The author also discusses the impact of technological advancements on the industry, such as the introduction of steamships and the use of iron in shipbuilding. Additionally, Lindsay provides insights into the economic and social factors that influenced the development of merchant shipping. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of shipping and trade, as well as those studying the economic and technological changes that occurred during the Industrial Revolution.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.