9781331594499 - An Appeal to the British Nation: On the Humanity and Policy of Forming a National Institution for the Preservation of Lives and Property From Shipwreck (Classic Rep... (4 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 proposes the establishment of a national institution to combat the perils of shipwreck, advocating for the preservation of human life, vessels, and property at sea. The author argues this is not only a duty to those who risk their lives on the water but to the entire British nation, given its maritime prominence. The book draws on cases of shipwreck witnessed by the author, emphasizing the need for prompt assistance and encouragement for those willing to undertake rescue efforts. It suggests a system of rewards and provisions for those who save lives or assist vessels in distress, as well as the establishment of permanent establishments and resources on dangerous coastlines. Furthermore, the book encourages international collaboration in these efforts, proposing reciprocal aid for vessels and citizens of different nations. By doing so, it not only promotes humanitarianism but also strengthens bonds of amity during peacetime and mitigates the rigors of war. 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.

Condición: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.