The Evolution Of Sea Power

By Percy Arthur Silburn

Book Overview

""The Evolution of Sea Power"" is a historical and analytical account of the development of naval power from ancient times to the early 20th century. Written by Percy Arthur Baxter Silburn, a British naval officer and historian, the book explores the technological, strategic, and political factors that shaped the evolution of sea power.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different period of naval history. Silburn begins with the ancient world, examining the naval tactics of the Greeks and Romans. He then moves on to the medieval period, discussing the rise of the Venetian navy and the development of the galleon.The bulk of the book is devoted to the modern era, beginning with the Age of Sail in the 17th and 18th centuries. Silburn explores the impact of new technologies, such as the steam engine and ironclad warships, on naval warfare. He also discusses the role of navies in colonial expansion and the rise of naval powers such as Britain, France, and the United States.Silburn's analysis is informed by his own experience as a naval officer, and he draws on a wide range of primary sources, including contemporary accounts and official documents. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers.Overall, ""The Evolution of Sea Power"" is an important contribution to the history of naval warfare, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject and shedding light on the complex interplay of technology, strategy, and politics that has shaped the course of naval history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164179543
• ISBN13: 9781164179542
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"