Unique among U.S. maritime cargo operations, the Aleutian trade is and has always been carried on by small break-bulk cargo vessels, through severe weather, and a grueling schedule; not an industry for the weak, timid, or foolhardy. Contained in these pages is a history of the Aleutian trade, from the sailing vessels of the 19th century that transported salted cod, to the mailboats that for decades provided the region s only scheduled communication with the outside world, to the make-do, rough-and-tumble, seafood-driven ...
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Unique among U.S. maritime cargo operations, the Aleutian trade is and has always been carried on by small break-bulk cargo vessels, through severe weather, and a grueling schedule; not an industry for the weak, timid, or foolhardy. Contained in these pages is a history of the Aleutian trade, from the sailing vessels of the 19th century that transported salted cod, to the mailboats that for decades provided the region s only scheduled communication with the outside world, to the make-do, rough-and-tumble, seafood-driven fleet expansion of the 1980s, to the small but capable fleet of today. It is a history of small ships and the people who owned and operated them, set in a severe and unforgiving environment, and framed by an evolving marine resource-based economy.
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Publisher:
Documentary Media LLC and University of Washington
Published:
2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18127542232
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May have some shelf-wear due to normal use. Your purchase funds free job training and education in the greater Seattle area. Thank you for supporting Goodwill's nonprofit mission!
Publisher:
Documentary Media LLC and University of Washington
Published:
06/2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18065965789
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Standard Shipping: $4.74
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Like New in Like New jacket. Size: 10x0x9; Documentary Media Publ. 2012 Stated First Edition. Like new and unread and unopened condition clean tight and bright. Dark grey hardcover is in like new condition, dust jacket is in like new condition with very minor shelf rub.