The Indian Ocean (Seas in History)
Michael Naylor Pearson
In this stimulating and authoritative overview, Michael Pearson reverses the traditional angle of maritime history and looks from the sea to its shores - its impact on the land through trade, naval power, travel and scientific exploration. This vast ocean, both connecting and separating nations, has shaped many countries' cultures and ideologies through the movement of goods, people, ideas and religions across the sea. The Indian Ocean moves from a discussion of physical elements, its shape, winds, currents and boundaries, to a history from pre-Islamic times to the modern period of European dominance. Going far beyond pure maritime history, this compelling survey is an invaluable addition to political, cultural and economic world history.
年:
2003
出版社:
Routledge
语言:
english
页:
352
ISBN 10:
0415214890
ISBN 13:
9780415214896
系列:
Seas in History
文件:
EPUB, 903 KB
IPFS:
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english, 2003