I would recommend Mike Royden's book ...

'Tracing Your Liverpool Ancestor's'

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tracing-Your.../dp/1844159906

Mike's own ancestors were ship builders - so the ship building aspect is covered in some detail in the book.

Also, the Mersey Maritime Museum Archives & Library may be able to help you.

http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/m...istGuides.aspx





Cheers,

Daz