The Men On Deck: Master, Mates and Crew, Their Duties and Responsibilities; a Manual for the American Merchant Service (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781020244728)

First published in 1918, Felix Riesenberg's The Men on Deck remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the duties and responsibilities of sailors on a merchant ship. Covering everything from navigation and seamanship to shipboard etiquette and discipline, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in maritime history or contemporary shipping practices. Riesenberg's engaging prose and first-hand experience as a sailor make this a compelling and informative read.

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