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The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783
The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783

Classic naval strategy that shaped world powers

If you enjoy history that still feels politically alive, this is a fascinating read. Mahan makes big arguments about how trade, geography, and military strength shape nations, and you can feel why presidents and admirals took it so seriously. It’s especially rewarding for readers who like seeing historical battles turned into larger ideas about power and empire.

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ISBN: 9780486255095
Related Collections: Economics, History, Politics
Related Topics: European History, War, World History, American History, Government, History, Political Science, Presidents

Description

A classic treatise on naval history and strategy by Alfred Thayer Mahan (1840-1914). It argues that sea power shapes national strength and that certain principles of naval warfare remain constant despite changes in weaponry. The work surveys naval warfare from ancient Greece and Rome through the Napoleonic era, with emphasis on England's rise as a sea power. This paperback edition from Dover Publications (New edition) includes 4 maps and 24 battle plans; 640 pages. Publication Date: 01 Nov 1987.
 

Classic naval strategy that shaped world powers

If you enjoy history that still feels politically alive, this is a fascinating read. Mahan makes big arguments about how trade, geography, and military strength shape nations, and you can feel why presidents and admirals took it so seriously. It’s especially rewarding for readers who like seeing historical battles turned into larger ideas about power and empire.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.