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Seafaring and Civilization: Maritime Perspectives on World History

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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
Request Code : ZLIBIO536623
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Year:
2002
Language:
English
Pages:
240
ISBN 10:
1861973233
ISBN 13:
9781861973238
ISBN:
1861973233,9781861973238

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