Book description
One of the most eminent historians of our age investigates the extraordinary success of five small maritime states
"A superb survey of the perennial opportunities and risks in what Herman Melville called 'the watery part of the world.'"-William Anthony Hay, Wall Street Journal
Andrew Lambert, author of The…
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In a world grappling with shifting power dynamics in which maritime trade is vital, naval dominance remains a defining force. This book examines how small but ambitious states like Athens, Venice, and Britain used their maritime identities to punch far above their weight. These "seapowers" thrived by embracing openness, innovation, and global reach—until they lost sight of what made them exceptional and collapsed.
Understanding the difference between a naval power and a seapower is crucial today, especially to anyone who wants to understand China-U.S. relations since the return of Donald Trump. The U.S. and China wield massive fleets, but their…
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