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The Sea and Civilization
A Maritime History of the World
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Lincoln Paine's "The Sea and Civilization" offers a sweeping exploration of the profound influence of seafaring on the course of human history.
The book meticulously details how maritime technologies, trade routes, and naval power have shaped societies, economies, and cultures across millennia.
Paine masterfully weaves together diverse historical narratives, highlighting the interconnectedness of civilizations through maritime interactions.
He emphasizes the crucial role of sea power in shaping global politics and the often-overlooked impact of seafaring on cultural exchange and technological innovation.
The book stands as a landmark achievement in maritime history, providing a comprehensive and engaging account of humanity's relationship with the sea.
The book meticulously details how maritime technologies, trade routes, and naval power have shaped societies, economies, and cultures across millennia.
Paine masterfully weaves together diverse historical narratives, highlighting the interconnectedness of civilizations through maritime interactions.
He emphasizes the crucial role of sea power in shaping global politics and the often-overlooked impact of seafaring on cultural exchange and technological innovation.
The book stands as a landmark achievement in maritime history, providing a comprehensive and engaging account of humanity's relationship with the sea.
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