Torn cover, much soiling and wear to edge and covers. Spine is loose. Interior has soiling but is acceptably clean.

Dust Jacket : Very Good+

Recognising the fundamental role both of shipping communities and the technologies crafted and shared by them, this book explores the types of ships, methods of navigation and modes of water-borne trade in the Indian Ocean region and the way they affected the development of distinctive settlements against a changing but strong sense of regional consciousness and identity.

"Small quarto, 366pgs, front hinge split, wear to board edges and corners, all pages present and intact. Previous owners' notes on ffep. 76 illustrations including fold out map.