History Of Merchant Shipping And Ancient Commerce V1

By W. S. Lindsay

Book Overview

The book ""History Of Merchant Shipping And Ancient Commerce V1"" by W. S. Lindsay is a comprehensive account of the development of merchant shipping and commerce in ancient times. The author delves into the history of trade and commerce in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Phoenicia, and how they contributed to the growth of merchant shipping. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the types of ships used, the routes taken, the goods traded, and the impact of commerce on the economy and society of these ancient civilizations. The author also explores the role of piracy, the development of maritime law, and the emergence of naval powers in the Mediterranean. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of maritime trade and commerce in ancient times.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428649700
• ISBN13: 9781428649705
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 2.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"