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 within the wider struggle for control of the Mediterranean. Combining military history with an examination of imperial rivalry, Empires of the Sea explores a defining contest among powers seeking dominance at the crossroads of Europe and the wider world.
About This Book
Empires of the Sea examines a pivotal era of Mediterranean history through three connected subjects: the Siege of Malta, the Battle of Lepanto, and the broader contest for regional dominance.
Roger Crowley presents these events as part of a larger struggle among empires competing for influence, security, and control of a strategically vital sea.
The book offers a historical account centered on warfare, power, and the changing balance between rival forces in the Mediterranean world.
For readers interested in maritime history, military conflict, and the political ambitions that shaped early modern Europe, this work provides a focused perspective on a consequential period.
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