British Merchant Seamen In San Francisco, 1892-1898 (1899) - Paperback

British Merchant Seamen in San Francisco, 1892-1898 is a historical book written by James Fell. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of British merchant seamen who worked in San Francisco during the late 19th century. Fell delves into the social, economic, and political conditions of the time and how they affected the lives of these seamen. He explores the challenges and hardships that the seamen faced, including low wages, long hours, and poor living conditions. The book also examines the role of the British shipping industry in San Francisco and its impact on the local economy. Fell draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and newspaper articles, to provide a vivid and engaging picture of this fascinating period in history. Overall, British Merchant Seamen in San Francisco, 1892-1898 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history, immigration, and the social history of San Francisco.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.