Description:
An international roster of top scholars explores the role of naval power and maritime trade in creating the modern international system. This book is both a history of maritime strategy, sea power, and seaborne commerce from the nineteenth century to the present day and an examination of current strategic issues.
Review Quotes:
It is a highly scholarly book on the role navies play both in war and peace. The authors' scholarship is unmatched. It should be required reading in universities and military academies.