Reminiscences of a Liverpool Shipowner, 1850-1920
Navigating the Waves of Liverpool: A Shipowner's TalesBy Sir William Bower Forwood
Length1h 58m
About this audiobook
In "Reminiscences of a Liverpool Shipowner, 1850-1920," Sir William Bower Forwood offers a candid and reflective account of his experiences and the maritime industry during a transformative period in British history. The narrative, rich with personal anecdotes and meticulously detailed observations, showcases the challenges and triumphs faced by shipowners amidst the rise of industrialization and global trade. Forwood's literary style is interwoven with a sense of nostalgia, providing not only a historical account but an intimate glimpse into the lives of those who shaped the shipping industry, steeped in the socioeconomic currents of 19th and early 20th century Liverpool. Sir William Bower Forwood was not just a shipowner; he was a prominent figure in the maritime community, whose deep engagement with the intricacies of shipbuilding, trade routes, and international commerce informs his storytelling. His firsthand experience during a pivotal era, marked by the expansion of the British Empire and innovations in maritime technology, imbues the narrative with authenticity and insight. Forwood'Äôs background in a shipping family and his entrepreneurial ventures provide a unique perspective on the evolution of the maritime industry. This book is highly recommended for historians, maritime enthusiasts, and general readers alike. Forwood'Äôs recollections serve as a valuable primary source that illuminates the intersection of personal experience and historical development. Whether you are seeking to understand the complexities of maritime commerce or simply wish to engage with the bygone era of Liverpool'Äôs shipowners, this work is an essential addition to your literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length1 hr 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter III THE EVOLUTION OF THE MARINE ENGINE
2Chapter IV THE MAKERS OF OUR SHIPPING TRADE
3Sir Edward Harland
4The Shipbroker
5Charles MacIver
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6The Inman Line
7The Collins Line
8The White Star Line
9S. B. Guion
10The Mediterranean Trade
11The Bibby Line
12W. J. Lamport
13T. and J. Harrison
14Alfred Holt
15Sir Alfred Jones
16Mr. Walter Glynn
17Mr. William Johnston
18Rathbone Brothers
19Turner, Morrison & Co.
20Sir Thos. Royden
21Sir Arthur Forwood
22The Booth Line
23Sailing-Ship Owners
24The Australian Trade
25S. R. Graves, M.P.
26Leaders in Shipping
27Chapter V OUR MERCHANT SHIPS AND THE WAR
28Chapter VI SHIPPING AND THE WAR
291.—Now and After
302.—Difficulties of Restoration
313.—Problems to Come with Peace
32Chapter VII THE “RED JACKET” A Reminiscence of 1857
33Chapter VIII THE “QUEEN OF THE AVON” A Reminiscence of 1858
34Chapter IX THE “GREAT EASTERN” A Reminiscence of 1861
35Chapter X BUILDING AN EAST INDIAMAN A Reminiscence of 1856
36Chapter XI OUR RIDDLE OF THE SANDS
37The Riddle of the Upper Estuary
38The Riddle of the Outer Estuary
39The Old Sea Approaches
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