The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783 by A. T. Mahan
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Mahan, A. T. (Alfred Thayer), 1840-1914
English
"The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783" by A. T. Mahan is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The work analyzes the consequences and significance of naval power in shaping geopolitical dynamics and determining the outcomes of conflicts between nations. Mahan argues that sea power has played a crucial role in the ...
control of the sea can influence a nation's prosperity and security. The opening of the text sets the stage for Mahan's inquiry into the historical interplay between sea power and national fortunes. He notes the tendency of historians to overlook the vital importance of maritime strength, emphasizing that this work aims to rectify that by examining specific historical instances where this influence was paramount. Mahan outlines the interconnectedness of sea commerce, naval policy, and military strategy, suggesting that a nation’s ability to project power at sea directly affects its success and stability. He emphasizes both the lessons learned from past naval engagements and the potential applications of those lessons to contemporary geopolitical conditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Amanda Hall
4 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. A solid resource I will return to often.
Anthony Torres
2 weeks agoI have to admit, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It exceeded all my expectations.
Michael Taylor
3 months agoIn my opinion, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
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Liam Green
2 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I couldn't put it down until the very end.