The Men On Deck: Master, Mates and Crew, Their Duties and Responsibilities; a Manual for the American Merchant Service

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.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.