Ocean And Her Rulers: A Narrative Of The Nations Which Have From The Earliest Ages Held Dominion Over The Sea (1878)

By Alfred Elwes

Book Overview

Ocean And Her Rulers: A Narrative Of The Nations Which Have From The Earliest Ages Held Dominion Over The Sea is a historical book written by Alfred Elwes in 1878. The book is a comprehensive account of the various nations that have held power over the sea from ancient times to the present day. It covers the history of maritime empires such as the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Vikings, and British, among others.The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a particular nation or era. It includes detailed descriptions of the naval strategies, tactics, and technologies used by these nations to dominate the seas. The author also explores the economic, political, and cultural factors that contributed to the rise and fall of these maritime empires.In addition to the historical accounts, the book also provides insights into the lives of the people who lived and worked on the seas. It covers topics such as piracy, trade, exploration, and scientific discoveries. The author uses a narrative style to bring the stories to life, making the book engaging and informative.Overall, Ocean And Her Rulers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history. It provides a comprehensive overview of the nations that have shaped the world through their dominance of the seas. The book is well-researched, well-written, and highly informative, making it a must-read for history buffs and scholars alike.Comprising A Brief History Of Navigation From The Remotest Periods To The Present Time.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: 1165697807
• ISBN13: 9781165697809
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"