The Seaman's Contract, 1790-1918 (1919)

The Seaman's Contract, 1790-1918 is a historical book written by Walter MacArthur and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive study of the seaman's contract, which was a legal agreement between seafarers and shipowners that governed their employment conditions and terms. The book covers the period from 1790 to 1918, which was a time of significant changes in the maritime industry, including the abolition of slavery, the introduction of steamships, and the establishment of international labor laws. MacArthur's book examines the evolution of the seaman's contract over this period, analyzing the different clauses and provisions that were included in these agreements. He also explores the various factors that influenced the negotiation and enforcement of these contracts, such as the power dynamics between shipowners and seafarers, the role of trade unions and government regulations, and the impact of technological advancements on the maritime industry. The Seaman's Contract, 1790-1918 is an important historical resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of the maritime industry, labor relations, and legal history. It provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the seaman's contract, shedding light on the complex and often contentious relationship between shipowners and seafarers during this period.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.