Ocean a history of the Atlantic before Columbus

Ocean

a history of the Atlantic before Columbus

Ocean

a history of the Atlantic before Columbus
John Haywood
Book - 2024

This work is a comprehensive cultural history of the Atlantic Ocean before Columbus, tracing its development from geological formation and the rise of early humans to the advancements in shipbuilding, navigation, and maritime exploration. It delves into the origins of the transatlantic slave trade and the early stages of European imperialism, offering a broad overview of the forces shaping this crucial body of water and its global significance.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Haywood, John, 1956- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Pegasus Books, 2024.
Edition:First Pegasus Books cloth edition.
Subjects:
Atlantic Ocean > History.
Atlantic Ocean > Social aspects.

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