The Ships And Sailors Of Old Salem : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163309759 : 1163309753 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Ships And Sailors Of Old Salem: The Record Of A Brilliant Era Of American Achievement by Ralph D. Paine is a comprehensive historical account of the seafaring industry in Salem, Massachusetts during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book explores the rise and fall of Salem's shipping industry, including the trade routes and cargo that made the city prosperous. Paine delves into the lives of the sailors and merchants who made Salem a hub of international trade, describing their experiences at sea and in foreign ports. He also examines the impact of the American Revolution and the War of 1812 on Salem's shipping industry, as well as the decline of the city's fortunes in the mid-19th century.Throughout the book, Paine provides vivid descriptions of the ships and their construction, as well as the dangers and challenges faced by sailors on long voyages. He also includes illu