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History of merchant shipping and ancient commerce

Name: History of merchant shipping and ancient commerce
ISBN: 9782528123133

Volume 3 (of 4)

William Schaw Lindsay,

English
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eBook - ePub

History of merchant shipping and ancient commerce

Volume 3 (of 4)

William Schaw Lindsay,

About this book

History of Merchant Shipping and Ancient Commerce Volume 3 (of 4) by W. S. Lindsay is a comprehensive and meticulously researched account that delves into the evolution of maritime trade and the development of merchant shipping from ancient times through the early modern era. This third volume continues Lindsay's sweeping narrative, focusing on the significant transformations in shipping practices, commercial laws, and international trade routes that shaped the world's economic landscape. The book explores the rise and fall of maritime powers, the influence of political and technological changes on shipping, and the impact of wars, treaties, and discoveries on global commerce. Lindsay provides detailed examinations of the merchant fleets of various nations, including the British, Dutch, French, and Spanish, highlighting their contributions to the expansion of trade and the establishment of overseas colonies. The volume discusses the evolution of shipbuilding techniques, navigation methods, and the organization of shipping companies, as well as the challenges faced by merchants and sailors, such as piracy, privateering, and the hazards of long-distance voyages. Rich with historical anecdotes, statistical data, and firsthand accounts, History of Merchant Shipping and Ancient Commerce Volume 3 offers readers an in-depth understanding of the economic, social, and political forces that drove the growth of maritime commerce. It also examines the regulatory frameworks and commercial policies that governed shipping, the development of insurance and financial instruments, and the role of merchant shipping in the broader context of world history. This volume is an invaluable resource for historians, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intricate web of trade and navigation that connected civilizations and laid the foundations for the modern global economy. Through Lindsay's authoritative and engaging prose, readers are transported to the bustling ports, treacherous seas, and vibrant marketplaces that defined centuries of human enterprise and ingenuity.

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