Ancient Mariners The Story of Ships, and Sea Routes Classic Reprint

Explore the world of ancient ships and the sea routes that linked civilizations across continents. This detailed study reveals how early mariners spread culture, ideas, and technology by sea, drawing on Egyptian models and Mediterranean traditions to illuminate voyages that shaped our global history.

Two clear chapters connect the rise of seafaring to artifacts, symbols, and temple rituals. The book traces how maritime knowledge traveled from the Ancient East to the Indian Ocean, the Mediterranean, and beyond, shaping ships, navigation, and coastal cultures along the way.

• How vessels and seamanship influenced early trade and cultural diffusion


• The Horus eye and the oculus as enduring maritime symbols


• Links between Egyptian ship design and later sea-going exploits


• The spread of megalithic cultures and their Atlantic sea-track

Ideal for readers of maritime history, archaeology, and cultural exchange, this edition offers a concise path through ancient routes, shipbuilding, and the enduring connections between civilizations.