""A History of the Whale Fisheries"" is a historical account of the whaling industry from the Basque fisheries of the 10th century to the hunting of the finner whale in the early 20th century. Written by James Travis Jenkins and originally published in 1921, the book provides a detailed overview of the methods, equipment, and economic impact of whaling throughout history. The author also explores the social and cultural significance of whaling in different regions of the world, including Europe, North America, and Japan. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of whaling and its impact on global trade and culture.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.