Ships and Seafaring in Ancient Times

by Lionel Casson

This stimulating book by the world's foremost authority on ancient seamanship traces the development of the boat from the most primitive craft to the powerful warships of the Greeks, the huge Roman merchant vessels and the slender galleys of the Vikings. Professor Casson shows how the discoveries of marine archaeologists and recent experiments with full-size replicas of ancient boats have increased our knowledge of the ways in which ships were built and used.

Genres: History

Paperback

First published February 1, 1994

About the author

Lionel Casson was a classicist, professor emeritus at New York University, and a specialist in maritime history. He earned his B.A. in 1934 at New York University, and in 1936 became an assistant professor. He later earned his Ph.D. there during 1939. In 2005 he was awarded the Archaeological Institute of America Gold Medal.

Reviews

[Inas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great!!
Simultaneously, not valid for one's first time Reading on topic!

[Blarion Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good start for people interested in seafaring history in simplified manner.