Maritime Warfare and Merchant-Shipping: A Summary of the Rights of Capture at Sea is a historical book written by Douglas Owen in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the laws and regulations governing maritime warfare and the capture of merchant ships during times of war. The book covers a wide range of topics related to maritime warfare, including the rights of belligerents, the rules of engagement, the treatment of prisoners of war, and the legal implications of capturing enemy merchant ships. Owen also discusses the role of neutral nations in maritime warfare and the various treaties and agreements that govern their actions.The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex legal and ethical issues surrounding maritime warfare in the late 19th century. It provides a detailed analysis of the legal framework that governed naval warfare during this time and offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by sailors and naval commanders during times of war.Overall, Maritime Warfare and Merchant-Shipping is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of maritime warfare and the laws and regulations that govern it. It is an essential read for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the complex legal and ethical issues surrounding warfare at sea.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.