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A review by carriedoodledoo
A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks by David Gibbins
5.0
I have received a ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars! The only thing that made me mad about this book was that the author's descriptions of such cool things made me BEG for pictures! I need illustrations! The techniques for ancient shipmaking, the artifacts that were found...I want to see!
My favorite wrecks ended up being the most ancient ones, which surprised me! I think it speaks to the author's experience and way with words that he was able to bring those periods of history to life. It also inspired me to reflect on the transience of power...all those kingdoms and empires, trading with each other, sometimes with fabulous wealth, and now the only remnants of their glory are in the dust of the earth and the depths of the seas. This was a fascinating, adventurous read, and it made me want to visit Cornwall, of all places. I would definitely read this again!
5 stars! The only thing that made me mad about this book was that the author's descriptions of such cool things made me BEG for pictures! I need illustrations! The techniques for ancient shipmaking, the artifacts that were found...I want to see!
My favorite wrecks ended up being the most ancient ones, which surprised me! I think it speaks to the author's experience and way with words that he was able to bring those periods of history to life. It also inspired me to reflect on the transience of power...all those kingdoms and empires, trading with each other, sometimes with fabulous wealth, and now the only remnants of their glory are in the dust of the earth and the depths of the seas. This was a fascinating, adventurous read, and it made me want to visit Cornwall, of all places. I would definitely read this again!