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Embark on a captivating journey through history with 'The Sea and Civilization', a remarkable 784-page exploration that reveals the profound interconnection between humanity and the ocean. Authored by renowned maritime historian Lincoln Paine, this foundational work uniquely redefines historical narratives, illustrating how the relationship between civilizations and water has shaped our world. Delve into the intricacies of maritime trade, long-distance migration, and cultural exchanges, as you uncover the pivotal roles that coastlines and rivers have played in the rise and fall of societies, from ancient Egypt to Mesopotamia.
Learn about the origins of seafaring, tracing the adventurous paths taken by our ancestors as they navigated from Africa to Australia and the Americas, forging global trade routes and facilitating cultural exchanges. This illuminating scholarship highlights the achievements of the great seafaring cultures of antiquity, such as the Phoenicians and Greeks, whose exceptional contributions to navigation and trade propelled civilizations throughout time.
'The Sea and Civilization' is an essential read for history buffs, maritime scholars, and anyone intrigued by how waterways have influenced civilizations' development. Get ready to deepen your understanding of how the ebb and flow of the sea intricately correlates with the historical narrative of mankind. This exciting new edition (ISBN: 9781782393580), published by Atlantic in 2015, ensures that you have the latest insights into this compelling discourse.
Learn about the origins of seafaring, tracing the adventurous paths taken by our ancestors as they navigated from Africa to Australia and the Americas, forging global trade routes and facilitating cultural exchanges. This illuminating scholarship highlights the achievements of the great seafaring cultures of antiquity, such as the Phoenicians and Greeks, whose exceptional contributions to navigation and trade propelled civilizations throughout time.
'The Sea and Civilization' is an essential read for history buffs, maritime scholars, and anyone intrigued by how waterways have influenced civilizations' development. Get ready to deepen your understanding of how the ebb and flow of the sea intricately correlates with the historical narrative of mankind. This exciting new edition (ISBN: 9781782393580), published by Atlantic in 2015, ensures that you have the latest insights into this compelling discourse.