Empires of the Sea: The Siege of Malta, the Battle of Lepanto, and the Contest for the Center of theWorld
Roger Crowley recounts the Siege of Malta and the Battle of Lepanto while tracing the broader contest for control of the Mediterranean. This historical account places two defining conflicts within the struggle among empires competing for the sea’s strategic center and lasting influence.
About This Book
Empires of the Sea examines a pivotal period of Mediterranean history through three connected subjects: the Siege of Malta, the Battle of Lepanto, and the wider contest for control of the region.
Roger Crowley presents these events within the larger rivalry between empires competing for influence over the sea and its surrounding territories.
The book offers a historical account of conflict, power, and strategy during an era shaped by major naval and military confrontations.
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