The Old East Indiamen (1914)

The Old East Indiamen is a historical book written by Edward Keble Chatterton in 1914. The book provides a detailed account of the East India Company's ships, which were used for trading between England and India during the 17th and 18th centuries. The author explores the different types of ships used by the East India Company, including those used for transporting goods and those used for carrying passengers. The book also delves into the lives of the sailors and officers who manned these ships, providing insight into their daily routines and the dangers they faced while at sea. The author also discusses the role of the East India Company in shaping the British Empire and the impact that the company's ships had on global trade. Overall, The Old East Indiamen is a fascinating exploration of a significant period in British history and the ships that played a crucial role in shaping it.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.