History Of The American Whale Fishery - Alexander Starbuck

History Of The American Whale Fishery: From Its Earliest Inception To The Year 1876 (1878) is a comprehensive book written by Alexander Starbuck. The book provides a detailed account of the American whale fishery, starting from its earliest inception to the year 1876. The author covers the history of the industry, including its growth and decline, the methods used for hunting whales, and the various species of whales that were hunted.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the whale fishery. The author begins by describing the early history of the industry, including the first whale hunts conducted by Native Americans. He then goes on to discuss the arrival of European settlers and their impact on the industry.The author also provides a detailed account of the whaling ships and the equipment used for hunting whales. He describes the different types of ships used, the various methods for harpooning whales, and the tools used for processing the whale blubber and oil.In addition to discussing the technical aspects of the whale fishery, the author also delves into the social and economic impact of the industry. He describes the lives of the sailors who worked on the whaling ships, the impact of the industry on coastal communities, and the economic importance of whale products.Overall, History Of The American Whale Fishery: From Its Earliest Inception To The Year 1876 (1878) is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the American whale fishery. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of whaling, maritime history, or the economic and social history of the United States.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.

EAN: 9781436873925