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Renowned underwater archaeologist David Gibbins presents a captivating narrative of human history through the archaeological discoveries of twelve significant shipwrecks. These include the Viking warship of King Cnut the Great, Henry VIII's Mary Rose, Captain John Franklin's ill-fated HMS Terror, and the SS Gairsoppa, sunk by a Nazi U-boat during World War II. Ships and their wrecks have been integral to our history since we first ventured onto the seas. The underwater preservation of these vessels has allowed archaeologists to uncover remarkable artifacts that reveal insights into past civilizations. Gibbins uniquely connects the stories of these shipwrecks to create a cohesive narrative of world history, exploring not just the ships and their crews but also the broader themes of migration, colonialism, and the enduring human spirit. From the Bronze Age to Caesar's Rome, the Viking era, and Arctic exploration, he uses these wrecks to illustrate the movement of people, ideas, and religions across the globe. Drawing on his extensive experience, Gibbins unveils the treasures hidden beneath the waves, offering a new perspective on our world and its underwater mysteries.
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A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks, David Gibbins
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