The American Carrying Trade (1881)

By John Roach

Book Overview

The American Carrying Trade is a book written by John Roach in 1881. It is a historical account of the shipping industry in the United States during the 19th century. Roach, who was a prominent shipbuilder and businessman at the time, provides a detailed analysis of the various factors that contributed to the growth and decline of the American carrying trade. He covers topics such as the impact of government policies on the industry, the role of technology in shipping, and the competition between American and foreign shipping companies. The book also includes a wealth of statistical data and charts that provide insight into the economic trends of the period. Overall, The American Carrying Trade is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American commerce and transportation.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166955737
• ISBN13: 9781166955731
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"