Adriatic: A Two-Thousand-Year History of the Sea, Lands and Peoples

The Adriatic has a history of two thousand years, including the rise and fall of great empires, such as the Romans, British, and Austro-Hungarian Empire. The book explores the interplay between different parts of the Adriatic, including alliances and rivalries, and the personal stories of individuals from many different periods. It also explores political, cultural, and economic developments, as well as major conflicts from earliest Roman times to the Second World War.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2022
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Spanning over two millennia, the Adriatic region encompasses the entirety of the eastern Mediterranean, including the Adriatic Sea and a portion of the neighboring Ionian Sea. Throughout its history, these lands and their inhabitants have witnessed the rise and fall of great empires, including the British occupation in recent centuries and the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire following World War I, which had its roots in this volatile region. The book delves into a rich and intricate history, spanning from the twentieth century until the former Yugoslavia fragmented once again. It highlights the interplay between different parts of the Adriatic, including alliances formed through trade or royal marriages and rivalries that divided states and led to conflicts, invasions, or government overthrows. The narrative is enriched with personal stories from various periods, shedding light on the pressing issues of their time and exploring political, cultural, and economic developments, as well as major conflicts from ancient Roman times to the Crusades and the Second World War.

Weight: 770g
Dimension: 165 x 242 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445695051