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The BloodDrenched Sea: Ships at War in the Ancient Mediterranean,Used
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This book is an indispensable resource for readers who want to know the whole, comprehensive story of ancient naval warfare.The BloodDrenched Sea describes all the naval battles and wars fought in the ancient Mediterranean. In one volume are the ships, crews, and leaders who determined the course of ancient history, along with the wars and battles, told through artifacts, extant literary and visual sources, and modern reconstructionsthe Egyptian mortuary temple, the Minoan domain, the legendary sack of Troy, the expansion of Greeks throughout the Mediterranean, the Athenian victory over the Persians at Salamis, and the Athenian empire, ruined by one moment of superstition.Then the Romans learned how to build ships, man them, row in tiers, and command fleets, and the volume recounts their contributions to history as well. They fought three wars with Carthage that cost them hundreds of thousands of casualties and expenditures of vast wealth, and they conquered the whole of the Mediterranean. Meanwhile, Julius Caesar expanded the empire with the conquest of Gaul and the invasion of Britain, and his adoptive son, Octavian settled the question of who would rule the new empire by winning the naval battle at Actium.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Blood-Drenched Sea'? A: The book primarily focuses on ancient naval warfare in the Mediterranean, detailing the naval battles, ships, crews, and leaders that shaped history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Blood-Drenched Sea' is Alfred S. Bradford.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Blood-Drenched Sea'? A: The book contains 280 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Blood-Drenched Sea' published? A: The book was published on August 31, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in ancient history? A: Yes, this book is an excellent resource for readers interested in ancient history, particularly naval warfare.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'The Blood-Drenched Sea' is an illustrated edition, providing visual context to the historical content.
- Q: What historical events are covered in this book? A: The book covers significant events such as the sack of Troy, battles between Greeks and Persians, and the Roman wars with Carthage.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as new.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: Yes, it serves as a comprehensive reference for academic studies related to ancient naval warfare and Mediterranean history.