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Description
Philip de Souza presents the history of the sea as a medium for the development and expansion of human society and 'civilization', viewing both the positive and negative impact. The narrative and argument is organized under the following broad heads: * Navigation - from 'log boats' to supertankers * Trade - wheat and the Ancient Greeks or slaves to the Americas * Maritime empires * Religion - whether the expansion of Buddhism or Christian missionary initiatives * Food and health * Environment
Book Information
ISBN 9781861973627
Author Philip de Souza
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Profile Books Ltd
Publisher Profile Books Ltd
Book Information
ISBN 9781861973627
Author Philip de Souza
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Profile Books Ltd
Publisher Profile Books Ltd
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