Isbn: 9780282102470 - the blight of insubordination: the lascar question and rights and wrongs of the british shipmaster; including the mercantile marine committee report (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the contentious issue of Lascar employment in the British Merchant Navy, casting a historical lens on the subject. It examines the motivations for employing Lascars, their contributions, and the concerns raised over their presence. The author explores the implications of this practice for the British maritime industry and imperial ambitions, particularly in the context of India's colonial status. The book provides insights into the changing nature of seafaring and the impact of technological advancements, tracing the decline of the traditional sailor and the rise of the Lascar as a significant part of the maritime workforce. Through firsthand accounts and historical analysis, this book sheds light on a complex chapter in maritime history, offering valuable perspectives on the evolving relationship between Britain and its colonial subjects. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …