Exploring the Lascar question and the rights and duties of the British shipmaster
This non-fiction work examines how seafaring life and national policy intersect on how crews are sourced, treated, and managed. It blends discussion of personnel questions with reflections on policy reports and the practical realities of running merchant ships.
The author presents a clear, evidence-driven view of the era’s debates around crewing, standards for cookery and provisioning, and the limits of government and industry action. It also addresses the experiences of Lascars and European crews aboard various vessel types, from liners to cargo steamers, with a focus on fairness and safety at sea.
- Context for the Lascar question and the consequences for shipmasters and crews
- Analysis of provisioning, cookery standards, and crew accommodation
- Discussion of policy reports, nurseings of seafaring training, and language requirements
- Perspectives from a captain who writes about daily life at sea and regulatory changes
Ideal for readers of maritime history, labor policy, and early 20th-century trade and shipping.