The epic life story of the Atlantic Ocean from the bestselling author of narrative non-fiction, Simon Winchester
In a narrative tour de force, Simon Winchester dramatises the life of the Atlantic Ocean, from its birth in the farther recesses of geological time to its eventual extinction millions of years in the future.
At the core of the book is the story of mankind's complex relationship with this immense sea, which stretches for 9,000 miles from pole to pole. The Atlantic has profoundly influenced the lives of those who have lived along its shores, from hardscrabble pioneers in windswept locations such as the Aran Islands and Newfoundland, to the inhabitants of the great port cities of Lisbon, Rio, London and New York.
‘Atlantic’ brings to life key episodes in this compelling human drama - the age of exploration and the subsequent colonisation of the Americas; the flourishing of transatlantic commerce and the rise and fall of the slave trade; extraordinary tales of sea-borne emigration during the nineteenth century; and the great naval battles that have left an indelible imprint on Atlantic history.
Travelling by small sailing craft, container ship and general cargo vessel, Simon Winchester will journey around the edges and across the vast expanse of the ocean to report from the places that encapsulate its most fascinating stories. It is an enthralling mixture of history, science and reportage from a master of narrative non-fiction, and the definitive account of this magnificent body of water.
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'Bracingly apocalyptic stuff: atmospheric, chock full of information and with a constantly escalating sense of pace and tension' Sunday Telegraph
‘Gripping. Takes us right to the heart of the worst natural disaster in recorded history. Winchester makes an excellent companion' Daily Telegraph
'Splendid. Lively, pacy, riveting. We learn a great deal and Winchester, storyteller to the core, wears his erudition lightly' Spectator
'Winchester proves himself not just a fine researcher and storyteller, but also a gifted stylist. He is the perfect narrator for such a catastrophe' Observer
The definitive biography of the world's most important body of water – the Atlantic.
Born 190 million years ago, the Atlantic Ocean was viewed by ancient mariners with a mixture of awe, terror and amazement. Today, we cross ‘the pond’ with little thought, this vast sea perceived by most as no more than a passageway between the Earth’s continents.
In this dazzling biography Simon Winchester brings the Atlantic back to life, charting the ocean’s existence up until its eventual extinction, millions of years in the future. As he travels around its edges and across its expanse, he reveals its most captivating stories – the age of exploration; the colonization of the Americas; the rise and fall of the slave trade; and history’s great naval battles – resulting in an irresistible blend of gripping history, fascinating science and exhilarating reportage.
'Illuminating... [A] wonderful, encyclopedic book, pinpointing key moments in the narrative of an entire ocean and our relationship to it. From start to finish an enthralling book’ Sunday Times
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Book Description Soft cover. Condition: Good. First Edition First Printing. Number 1 is printed inside. Creases on cover and spine. Slight creases on top corners of the pages inside. Foxing on the closed page edges, the front end paper and on the last page. Seller Inventory # 071790
Book Description 23 x 15.5cm, 498pp, b&w illust, softcover, inscription and light wear, good+ A history of the Atlantic encompassing exploration, colonisation, trade & war. Seller Inventory # 170247
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Fair. 500 pages. some wear, creases, marks foxing ATLANTIC: A Vast Ocean of a Million Stories by Simon WinchesterHarperPress, UK, 2010ISBN 97 80007364596Trade pb, 500ppFAIR: some wear, crea ses, marks; foxingIn a narrative tour de force, Simon Winchester dramatises the life of the Atlantic Ocean, from its b irth in the farther recesses of geological time to its eventual e xtinction millions of years in the future.At the core of the book is the story of mankind's complex relationship with this immense sea, which stretches for 9,000 miles from pole to po le. The Atlantic has profoundly influenced the lives of those who have lived along its shores, from hardscrabble pioneers in winds wept locations such as the Aran Islands and Newfoundland, to the inhabitants of the great port cities of Lisbon, Rio, London and N ew York.'Atlantic' brings to life key episodes in thi s compelling human drama - the age of exploration and the subsequ ent colonisation of the Americas; the flourishing of transatlanti c commerce and the rise and fall of the slave trade; extraordinar y tales of sea-borne emigration during the nineteenth century; an d the great naval battles that have left an indelible imprint on Atlantic history. Seller Inventory # 1135al
Book Description 1st paperback edition. (XIV), 498 PP with 44 b/w illustrations: maps and charts, engravings, photos. Pictorial card cover. Covers rubbed and with creases. Occasional foxing. Good reading copy. 23.5 x 15.6. Seller Inventory # 75486
Book Description 23 x 15.5cm, 498pp, b&w illust, softcover. A history of the Atlantic encompassing exploration, colonisation, trade & war. Seller Inventory # 161600
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. 500 pages. minor wear some creases / marksATLANTIC: A Vast Ocean of a Million Stories by Simon Wincheste rHarperPress, UK, 2010ISBN 9780007364596Trade pb, 500ppGOOD: minor wear; some creases / marksIn a narrative tour de force, Simon Winchester d ramatises the life of the Atlantic Ocean, from its birth in the f arther recesses of geological time to its eventual extinction mil lions of years in the future.At the core of the book is the story of mankind's complex relationship with this immense sea, which stretches for 9,000 miles from pole to pole. The Atlan tic has profoundly influenced the lives of those who have lived a long its shores, from hardscrabble pioneers in windswept location s such as the Aran Islands and Newfoundland, to the inhabitants o f the great port cities of Lisbon, Rio, London and New York.'Atlantic' brings to life key episodes in this compelling human drama - the age of exploration and the subsequent colonisat ion of the Americas; the flourishing of transatlantic commerce an d the rise and fall of the slave trade; extraordinary tales of se a-borne emigration during the nineteenth century; and the great n aval battles that have left an indelible imprint on Atlantic hist ory. Seller Inventory # 1135s
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Photographic (illustrator). First Edition. at the beginning of the text are two maps, one showing the political geography of the Atlantic Sea and the other showing the physical. List of maps and illustrations, acknowledgements, bibliography, glossary and index. The text is illustrated with both black and white photographs, illustrations and maps. Colour photographic/illustrated card cover with green, black and red coloured titles to the front panel and green and red coloured titles to the backstrip. A history of the Atlantic Ocean  from its birth to its eventual extinction millions of years in the future. What the book does look act in depth is the " . age of exploration colonisation of the Americas; the rise and fall of the slave trade, and the flourishing of transatlantic commerce; extraordinary tales of sea-borne emigration; and the great naval battles that have left an indelible imprint on Atlantic history."  from the rear panel blurb. There is no damage to describe. Size: Trade Paperback. (13), XIV, (1), 2-498 pages, Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Illustrator: Photographic. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Ships & the Sea; Maritime; History. ISBN: 0007364598. ISBN/EAN: 9780007364596. Inventory No: 0267301. Seller Inventory # 0267301
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Photographic (illustrator). First Edition. at the beginning of the text are two maps, one showing the political geography of the Atlantic Sea and the other showing the physical. List of maps and illustrations, acknowledgements, bibliography, glossary and index. The text is illustrated with both black and white photographs, illustrations and maps. Colour photographic/illustrated card cover with green, black and red coloured titles to the front panel and green and red coloured titles to the backstrip. A history of the Atlantic Ocean  from its birth to its eventual extinction millions of years in the future. What the book does look act in depth is the " . age of exploration colonisation of the Americas; the rise and fall of the slave trade, and the flourishing of transatlantic commerce; extraordinary tales of sea-borne emigration; and the great naval battles that have left an indelible imprint on Atlantic history."  from the rear panel blurb. Creasing to the book corners and rubbing to the book panels. The front panel has started to curl. Light age toning of the textblock edges and of the internal pages. Size: Trade Paperback. (13), XIV, (1), 2-498 pages, Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Illustrator: Photographic. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Ships & the Sea; History. ISBN: 0007364598. ISBN/EAN: 9780007364596. Inventory No: 0114151. Seller Inventory # 0114151
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: VG+. Reprint. 8vo. original printed paper wraps (slightly rubbed & creased, else clean & bright); pp. xiv, 498, with illustrations. A very good copy. Seller Inventory # 033651
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Good. The definitive biography of the world\s most important body of water -- the Atlantic. One hundred and ninety million years ago, the shifting of two of the world\'s tectonic plates led to the creation of an immense chasm. This giant gash in the flanks of the planet slowly opened up and eventually evolved into the most important and most travelled ocean in our world. In this utterly original biography, Simon Winchester explores the life of the Atlantic; it\'s birth, its relationship with mankind, and what lies in store for it once man has left the stage. He charts the development of the first settlements by the Oceanside -- the communities of Celts and Vikings and whose lives depended on the sea -- and delves into the age of exploration, venturing to forgotten worlds. The building of some of the world\'s most beautiful port cities -- London, Rio de Janeiro, New York, Casablanca -- is also examined, along with the creation of settlements and colonies in and around the sea. Completely unique and highly readable, Atlantic takes its reader on a wonderful journey through time, along the waves of our planet\'s most significant ocea 498 pages. Tanning to pages. Cover has a few creases. Inscription to previous owner on inside cover. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: History; History; ISBN/EAN: 9780007364596. Inventory No: 256480. Seller Inventory # 256480