Untold Stories of Oceanic Straits

Untold Stories of Oceanic Straits explores the hidden histories and profound significance of the world's narrow maritime corridors—passages that have shaped civilizations, enabled global trade, and influenced ecological and geopolitical dynamics. This book shines a spotlight on iconic straits like Hormuz, Gibraltar, and Malacca, revealing their crucial roles in the rise and fall of empires, the spread of cultures, and the development of marine ecosystems. Each chapter weaves together historical narratives, geographical insights, and environmental considerations to showcase how these waterways serve as both lifelines and flashpoints in world affairs. Drawing from a range of historical and scientific sources, the book presents a nuanced view of straits not merely as geographic features but as vital threads in humanity's maritime story. Through compelling storytelling and deep research, readers are invited to rediscover the straits that continue to connect, divide, and define the course of our world.

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Utgivningsdatum

E-bok: 1 maj 2025