Mahan on Naval Warfare

Fascinating compendium of writings by one of the world's most influential experts on naval warfare. Over 40 articles cover naval principles, sea power in history and naval and national policies. Wide-ranging coverage of strategic positions, principles of naval administration, growth of British sea power, The Battle of Trafalgar, the moral aspect of war, motives for naval power, much else. 8 black-and-white maps and diagrams. Appendix. Index.