History Of The American Whale Fishery: From Its Earliest Inception To The Year 1876 (1878) (Paperback)

""History Of The American Whale Fishery: From Its Earliest Inception To The Year 1876"" is a comprehensive account of the American whale fishery industry from its beginnings up to the year 1876. The book was written by Alexander Starbuck and was originally published in 1878. The book covers the history of whaling in America, including the early days of the industry when it was primarily a coastal enterprise, through to the height of the industry in the mid-19th century when American whalers were hunting whales all over the world. It also includes information on the various methods of whaling, the ships used, and the daily lives of the whalers themselves.Starbuck's work is based on extensive research and includes detailed accounts of individual whaling voyages, as well as information on the economics of the industry and its impact on American society. The book also examines the decline of the industry in the late 19th century due to the depletion of whale populations, changing economic conditions, and the rise of alternative sources of energy.Overall, ""History Of The American Whale Fishery"" provides a fascinating and detailed look at the history of one of America's most important industries, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of whaling or the development of American industry.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.