Water and the Ancient Mediterranean : Hydrology and Navigation in the 'Great Sea' of Antiquity (9781784538293)

Addressing the lack of a comprehensive overview of how seas, rivers and waterways were sailed upon, navigated and utilized by the civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean, the author sheds panoramic new light on the distinctive classical cultures of the ancient 'Great Sea'. Drawing on myth, theory, technology and a rich body of antique literatures, Dr Irby addresses such subjects as river depths and island formation; siltation and tidal currents; weather and navigation by the sun and stars; the commercial and ritual values of water; hydraulic installations and engineering (including dams, aqueducts, canals and harbours); and water as a symbol of power and identity. This first complete study of the ancient engagement - whether cultural, spiritual or scientific - with water makes a major contribution to classics, geography, hydrology and the history of science alike.

Product details

• Format Hardback | 336 pages
• Dimensions 138 x 216mm
• Publication date 12 Nov 2020
• Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Imprint I.B. TAURIS
• Publication City/Country United Kingdom
• Illustrations note 20 black and white illustrations and 5 maps
• ISBN10 1784538299
• ISBN13 9781784538293

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