""Wooden Ships and Iron Men: The Story of the Square Rigged Merchant Marine of British North America"" by Frederick William Wallace is a comprehensive historical account of the merchant marine industry in British North America from the late 18th century to the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of the evolution of the square-rigged ships that were used for trade and commerce during this time period.The author begins by describing the early days of the merchant marine industry, when wooden sailing ships were the primary means of transportation for goods and people. He then goes on to discuss the development of the square-rigged ships, which were larger and more efficient than their predecessors, and were able to travel longer distances and carry more cargo.Throughout the book, Wallace provides detailed accounts of the various types of ships that were used in the merchant marine industry, including schooners, brigs, and barques. He also explores the various trade routes that were established during this time period, including those that connected British North America with Europe, the Caribbean, and South America.In addition to providing a detailed history of the merchant marine industry, ""Wooden Ships and Iron Men"" also offers insights into the daily life of sailors and merchants during this time period. The author describes the harsh conditions that sailors faced at sea, as well as the challenges that merchants encountered in trying to establish profitable trade routes.Overall, ""Wooden Ships and Iron Men"" is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the merchant marine industry in British North America.This is a new release of the original 1937 edition.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.