Gulf of Mexico : A Maritime History, Hardcover by Sledge, John S., ISBN 1643360140, ISBN-13 9781643360140, Brand New, Free shipping in the US

This color-illustrated coffee tabl features a descriptive narrative of the maritime history of the Gulf of Mexico, encompassing key figures, ships, cities, events, and culture. From ship captains and literary figures to pirates, smugglers, sailors, deck hands, and sponge divers, th charts the adventures of colorful characters in the region’s cities, including New Orleans, Veracruz, and Havana. Th sheds light on the impact of armed conflicts, fishing and industry, environmental disasters and epidemics, climate change, and tourism. The art program offers color and b&w historical and contemporary photos, illustrations, and maps. Annotation ©2019 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR ()