Ships Before Engines explores the transformative era when wind-powered sailing ships were the engines of global connection.
The book examines how these vessels facilitated exploration, trade, and cultural exchange, highlighting the ingenuity of pre-industrial technologies.
Readers will discover how sailing ships not only shaped geographical exploration but also influenced economic systems and political power dynamics.
It elucidates complex concepts like how sails harness wind energy and how hulls interact with water, making maritime technology accessible to all.
The book progresses in a structured manner, starting with the fundamentals of sailing and early designs, then exploring the role of ships in global exploration and trade.
By focusing on the technological advancements and cultural impacts of sailing vessels before steam power, Ships Before Engines offers a unique perspective on maritime history.
It challenges engine-centric views by highlighting the ingenuity and impact of pre-industrial technologies, demonstrating how crucial sailing technology was to global transformation.
