Here is an encyclopedia of maritime history that; in scope and depth; rivals the expansiveness of the sea itself. The Encyclopedia covers the entire history of seafaring; from ancient Egyptian shipbuilders to Viking sea-raiders; from Nelson and the Napoleonic Wars to the voyages of Cheng Ho; from the European conquerors of the New World to the nuclear submarines and supertankers of today. Placing maritime affairs in their larger historical context; the Encyclopedia shows how seafaring has both reflected and influenced the major economic; cultural; military; and political developments in world history. In four volumes and nearly 1;000 signed articles by an international group of historians and naval officers; the Encyclopedia offers a uniquely integrated approach; emphasizing the connections between maritime history and many related fields; including naval history; shipbuilding; navigation and scientific instrumentation; maritime art and literature; commerce and economics; exploration and maritime geography; oceanography and hydrology; and international maritime law. In so doing; the Encyclopedia provides; in a single reference work; a wealth of information that can otherwise be found only with the help of an extensive library. Alphabetical organization; intelligible writing; plentiful illustrations; cross-references; bibliographies; a synoptic outline; and topical index all make The Oxford Encyclopedia of Maritime History an inviting; easy-to-use reference for researchers and enthusiasts alike.
#1250974 in Books Jeffrey Wattles 1996-12-05Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.19 x .71 x 6.06l; .90 #File Name: 0195110366272 pagesThe Golden Rule
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