The Seaman's Friend by Richard Henry Dana

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Author Dana, Richard Henry, 1815-1882
Title The Seaman's Friend
Containing a treatise on practical seamanship, with plates, a dictionary of sea terms, customs and usages of the merchant service
Note Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Seaman's Friend" by Richard Henry Dana is a comprehensive guide on practical seamanship written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a crucial resource for sailors, providing detailed information about ship construction, rigging, and the laws and customs governing maritime life. It is particularly aimed at those new to sea life and includes technical diagrams and practical advice for both novice and experienced mariners. The beginning of the book outlines its purpose and dedication to various stakeholders in the maritime industry, including sailors, ship owners, and legal authorities. It introduces the first section, which focuses on practical seamanship, including the construction of vessels and the management of sails and rigging. The text elaborates on the technical specifications and proportions vital for building and operating merchant vessels, offering insights into the various kinds of equipment and terminology pertinent to seamanship. This foundational content sets the stage for deeper explorations into the complexities of maritime duties and regulations as the book progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class VK: Naval science: Navigation, Merchant marine
Subject Naval art and science -- Dictionaries
Subject Naval art and science
Subject Maritime law
Subject Seamanship
Subject Merchant marine
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EBook-No. 40958
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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