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Oldport Days

Oldport Days

Higginson, Thomas Wentworth

Paperback

Young Adult Nonfiction

ISBN10: 9364286936
ISBN13: 9789364286930
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Aug 1 2024
Pages: 122
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.29 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Tales of the Old Port Days vividly transports readers back to the bustling maritime hubs of the 18th and 19th centuries, during the height of the colonial era and the dawn of the Industrial Revolution. Set against the backdrop of historic trade routes and iconic sailing ships like clippers, brigantines, and schooners, the narrative captures the essence of maritime history through the lives of seafarers and dock workers who populated these vibrant port towns. The book delves into the economic and trade dynamics of the time, highlighting the spice trade, Silk Road, and the intricate web of imports and exports that flowed through harbors from the Mediterranean ports to the trading posts established by the East India Company. Geographical diversity is woven throughout the story, from the Atlantic trade routes to the coastal cities that served as bustling centers of commerce and culture. Tales of the Old Port Days is a captivating exploration of a bygone era, where the convergence of economic, and cultural forces shaped the world in profound ways.

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