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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compelling journey through the history of commerce and navigation, uncovering the origins and evolution of these crucial human activities. From the humble beginnings of trade in ancient Egypt to the vast maritime empires of modern times, the author meticulously traces the development of commercial practices, shipbuilding, and navigation techniques. The text delves into the profound impact of commerce and navigation on human societies, exploring their role in shaping political landscapes, fostering cultural exchange, and driving technological advancements. Through detailed accounts of major trading nations and maritime powers, the book illuminates the complex interplay between economics, politics, and the quest for knowledge. The author's meticulous research and engaging prose shed light on the profound insights that can be gleaned from examining the history of commerce and navigation, offering valuable lessons for understanding the present and envisioning the future of global trade and connectivity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Add to basketAmsterdam, Paris, Desaint & Saillant, Durand, Vincent, Duchesne, 1758 - Edition originale in-12 - Complet en 2 volumes, seuls édités - Reliure plein veau de l'époque (coiffes et coins frottés) - Dos à nerfs orné de caissons fleuronnés - Pièce de titre havane - titre doré - Ecoinçons dorés aux 1 & 4 plats - Gardes marbrées - Toutes tranches rouges - signet - LVIII-[2]-317 & 448 pp - Bon exemplaire, très propre - Envoi rapide et soigné Philippe-Auguste, Comte de SAINTE-FOIX, dit le chevalier d'Arc ou d'Arcq (1721-1795) était l'un des fils naturels de Louis-Alexandre de Bourbon, comte de Toulouse, un des légitimés de Louis XIV. Il fit une carrière militaire assez brillante dans la cavalerie, et quitta le service en 1748, lors de son anoblissement, pour se consacrer aux lettres Livres.