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This is a reproduction of one of the most important maritime books ever published. It was an explosive piece of literature when it was launched in 1873, causing a public sensation that was to reverberate round the world. It was to alter the course of maritime history for two years after its publication the Plimsoll line became law for shipping.

Plimsoll revealed scandal after scandal on the activities of unscrupulous shipowners and shady insurance companies which he maintained led to continuing disasters at sea with heavy loss of life. He quoted examples of undermanning, overloading, bad stowage, over insurance, deficient engines and produced written evidence, charts and photographs which was damning evidence when published in this book. His humanitarian clarion call 'Help the poor seaman for the love of God' was to
re-echo round the shipping lanes with dramatic effect.

ISBN: 0-85937-156-5
Author: Samuel Plimsoll MP
Illustrations: Sketches, drawings and photographs
Format: Hardback Portrait