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Sea Power: The History And Geopolitics Of The World'S Oceans
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From One Of The Most Admired Admirals Of His Generationand The Only Admiral To Serve As Supreme Allied Commander At Natocomes A Remarkable Voyage Through All Of The Worlds Most Important Bodies Of Water, Providing The Story Of Naval Power As A Driver Of Human History And A Crucial Element In Our Current Geopolitical Path.From The Time Of The Greeks And The Persians Clashing In The Mediterranean, Sea Power Has Determined World Power. To An Extent That Is Often Underappreciated, It Still Does. No One Understands This Better Than Admiral Jim Stavridis. In Sea Power, Admiral Stavridis Takes Us With Him On A Tour Of The Worlds Oceans From The Admirals Chair, Showing Us How The Geography Of The Oceans Has Shaped The Destiny Of Nations, And How Naval Power Has In A Real Sense Made The World We Live In Today, And Will Shape The World We Live In Tomorrow.Not Least, Sea Power Is Marvelous Naval History, Giving Us Fresh Insight Into Great Naval Engagements From The Battles Of Salamis And Lepanto Through To Trafalgar, The Battle Of The Atlantic, And Submarine Conflicts Of The Cold War. It Is Also A Keeneyed Reckoning With The Likely Sites Of Our Next Major Naval Conflicts, Particularly The Arctic Ocean, Eastern Mediterranean, And The South China Sea. Finally, Sea Power Steps Back To Take A Holistic View Of The Plagues To Our Oceans That Are Best Seen That Way, From Piracy To Pollution.When Most Of Us Look At A Globe, We Focus On The Shape Of The Of The Seven Continents. Admiral Stavridis Sees The Shapes Of The Seven Seas. After Reading Sea Power, You Will Too. Not Since Alfred Thayer Mahans Legendary The Influence Of Sea Power Upon History Have We Had Such A Powerful Reckoning With This Vital Subject.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sea Power: The History and Geopolitics of the World's Oceans'? A: The book focuses on the significance of naval power in shaping human history and current geopolitical dynamics, exploring how the world's oceans influence national destinies.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Sea Power' is Admiral James Stavridis, a highly respected naval officer and former Supreme Allied Commander at NATO.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including historical naval engagements, the impact of geography on global power, and future potential naval conflicts.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sea Power' have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Sea Power' published? A: The book was published on June 5, 2018.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers new to naval history? A: Yes, 'Sea Power' is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both enthusiasts and newcomers to naval history.
- Q: What makes this book different from other naval history books? A: Admiral Stavridis provides a unique perspective by integrating personal insights from his naval career with historical analysis, emphasizing the relevance of sea power today.
- Q: Does the book discuss environmental issues related to the oceans? A: Yes, 'Sea Power' addresses environmental challenges such as piracy and pollution as part of its holistic view on the oceans.
- Q: Can I find this book in different editions? A: Yes, 'Sea Power' is available in a reprint edition, but availability may vary by retailer.