The Sailors Advocate

Focusing on the historical context of maritime law, this book discusses the controversial practice of forcibly enlisting sailors, known as pressing seamen. Originally printed in the late 17th century, it critiques the legal justifications for this practice, drawing from statutes and records. The 7th edition offers an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the 1777 edition, preserving the original arguments and insights into the rights and treatment of sailors during that era.