Publisher's Synopsis
""The Law of the Sea"" by George L. Canfield is a comprehensive manual that outlines the principles of admiralty law for students, mariners, and ship operators. The book provides a detailed overview of the legal framework governing maritime activities, including navigation, shipping, fishing, and exploration. It covers topics such as maritime jurisdiction, the law of the flag, maritime liens and mortgages, collisions, salvage, pollution, and piracy. The book also includes a discussion of international treaties and conventions that regulate maritime activities, such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. With its clear and concise explanations, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the maritime industry or studying admiralty law.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.