Here is a list of the best Maritime books, some I have read myself, some that I did research on, and all have great reviews!
1. The Sea and Civilization: A Maritime History of the World (2015)
A monumental retelling of world history through the lens of the sea—revealing in breathtaking depth how people first came into contact with one another by ocean and river, lake and stream, and how goods, languages, religions, and entire cultures spread across and along the world’s waterways, bringing together civilizations and defining what makes us most human. The Sea and Civilization is a mesmerizing, rhapsodic narrative of maritime enterprise, from the origins of long-distance migration to the great seafaring cultures of antiquity; from Song Dynasty human-powered paddle-boats to aircraft…
2. Maritime Economics 3e (2009)
For 5000 years shipping has served the world economy and today it provides a sophisticated transport service to every part of the globe. Yet despite its economic complexity, shipping retains much of the competitive cut and thrust of the “perfect” market of classical economics. This blend of sophisticated logistics and larger than life entrepreneurs makes it a unique case study of classical economics in a modern setting. The enlarged and substantially rewritten Maritime Economics uses historical and theoretical analysis as the framework for a practical explanation of how shipping works today. Whilst retaining the structure of…
3. Moon Atlantic Canada: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador (Travel Guide) (2019)
Sticking to one province? Check out Moon Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island. #64,907 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #7 in Nova Scotia Travel Guides #5 in Prince Edward Island Travel Guides #7 in New Brunswick Travel Guides Would you like to ?If you are a seller for this product, would you like to ?…
4. Issues in Maritime Cyber Security (2017)
The world relies on maritime commerce to move exceptionally large portions of goods, services, and people. Collectively this effort comprises the Maritime Transportation System or MTS. A major component of this daunting multi-faceted enterprise are cyber networks, and the infrastructure they control. From the complex programs managing the loading and unloading of containers to waiting trucks, to the global navigation systems onboard vessels, to the hydraulic valves designed to protect spills into waterways that are located and controlled by cyber systems within chemical, water/wastewater, or petroleum plants, the MTS is becoming…
5. Reeds Maritime Meteorology (Reeds Professional) (2019)
Written primarily for serving and trainee deck officers, those studying for certificates of competency in merchant shipping and fishermen, Reeds Maritime Meteorology analyzes the elements and forces which contribute to maritime meteorology and the principles which govern them. Updated to include the latest developments in the use of satellite technology in forecasting, Navtext and the ramifications of GMDSS, the book examines: – cloud formation and development- precipitation and thunderstorms- atmospheric pressure and wind- ocean currents and swell -…
6. Port Economics (Routledge Maritime Masters) (2017)
Port Economics is the study of the economic decisions (and their consequences) of the users and providers of port services. A port works as an “engine” for economic development. This book provides a detailed discussion of port freight service users, such as freight water and land carriers, that have their ships and vehicles serviced and their cargoes unloaded by ports, as well as passenger services such as ferry carriers which are serviced by ferry passenger ports. This text continues to enhance our understanding of port economics by exploring the economic theories,…
7. The Sea Section: The #1 Guide to Maritime Law, Nautical Issues, & Private Ocean Disputes (2019)
Do you love the sea? Are you a fan of the ocean? Whether you’re a Maritime Law student / researcher or just an observer of the big blue water on our planet, this is the book for you! With five incredible chapters, this book takes you through the history of Maritime Law, the features of Nautical Issues, and much more. It even features a comprehensive list of the primary higher education institutions in the world where you can obtain a degree in Maritime Law / Studies! Brought to you by three major sea-lovers, this book is certain to make a nice addition to your maritime bookshelf. And if this is your first maritime book, then…
8. Hidden History of Maritime New Jersey (2016)
An estimated three thousand shipwrecks lie off the coast of New Jersey–but these icy waters hold more mysteries than sunken hulls. Ancient arrowheads found on the shoreline of Sandy Hook reveal Native American settlement before the land was flooded by melting glaciers. In 1854, 240 passengers of the New Era clipper ship met their fate off Deal Beach. Nobody knows what happened to two hydrogen bombs the United States Air Force lost near Atlantic City in 1957. Lessons from such tragic wrecks and dangerous missteps urged the development of safer ships and the U.S. Coast Guard. Captain Stephen D. Nagiewicz uncovers…
9. Random Seas And Design Of Maritime Structures (3Rd Edition) (Advanced Ocean Engineering) (2010)
Random waves are the most important constituent of the sea environment, as they make the design of maritime structures quite different from that of structures on land. In this book, the concept of random waves for the design of breakwaters, seawalls, and harbor structures is fully explored for easy comprehension by practicing engineers. Theoretical aspects are also discussed in detail for further studies by graduate students and researchers. #1,331,334 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #248 in Marine Engineering #290 in Hydraulics (Books) #115 in Engineering Design Would you…
10. Maritime Logistics: A Guide to Contemporary Shipping and Port Management (2015)
Globalization and the rapid increase in world trade in the past decade have contributed to greater demand for international transport and logistics and, consequently, the expansion of the maritime industry. The dramatic changes in the mode of world trade and cargo transportation make it more important than ever to have a clear understanding of the way in which freight is transported by sea and the role of ports in this exchange. Maritime Logistics examines the latest development, knowledge, and practices taking place in logistics and supply chains within the port and shipping…
11. OSHA Maritime Regulations Book, January 2019 (2019)
Updated Through January 2019 Mancomm’s OSHA Maritime Regulations is an easy-to-read book made with RegLogic, which takes the difficulty out of navigating and using government regulations. In this updated Maritime resource, you will find safety and health regulations on longshoring, shipyards, and seaports. Contains 29 CFR OSHA parts 1915, 1917, 1918, 1919 and 1920 Book Details: 8.5″ x 11″ softcover book Enhanced with RegLogic 302 pages 10 illustrations 80 tables 18 forms…
12. Maritime Taiwan: Historical Encounters with the East and the West (2009)
For centuries the island of Taiwan, 100 miles off the Asian mainland, has been a crossroads for traders and settlers, pirates and military schemers from around the world. Unlike China, with its long tradition of keeping foreigners out, Taiwan has a long history of interaction, both hostile and friendly, with other seafaring nations near and far. “Maritime Taiwan” captures the full drama and details of this remarkable history. It’s filled with fascinating stories of foreign adventurers and echoes the bitter songs of Taiwan’s aboriginal population, confronted by the convergence of different maritime cultures and values on the island.Here are…
13. Statutory Supplement to Admiralty and Maritime Law in the United States, Third Edition (2015)
The supplement to Admiralty and Maritime Law in the United States, Third Edition, remains in the same easy-to-navigate format as the previous supplements. The supplement features virtually all of the statutory material that a typical student would wish to consult in working through the materials in the casebook. #1,021,235 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #38 in Maritime Law (Books) #7782 in Law (Books) Would you like to ?If you are a seller for this product, would you like to ?…
14. Lonely Planet Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island (Travel Guide) (2017)
Lonely Planet: The world’s leading travel guide publisher is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the waterfront in Halifax, gorge on lobster at a local town hall and relive your childhood in the home of Anne of Green Gables; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island and begin your journey now! our most comprehensive guide to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled….
Best Maritime Books Worth Your Attention
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Maritime Security in East and West Africa: A Tale of Two Regions
Author(s): Dirk Siebels
Publisher: Springer International Publishing; Palgrave Pivot, Year: 2020, Size: 2 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2408819
21st Century Maritime Silk Road: Construction of Remote Islands and Reefs
Author(s): Chongwei Zheng, Chongyin Li, Hailang Wu, Min Wang
Publisher: Springer Singapore, Year: 2019, Size: 8 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2254379
The Maritime Dimension of Sustainable Energy Security
Author(s): Kapil Narula
Publisher: Springer Singapore, Year: 2019, Size: 3 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2254800
Maritime Security Challenges in the South Atlantic
Author(s): Érico Duarte, Manuel Correia de Barros
Publisher: Springer International Publishing,Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 2 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2310337
Norwegian Shipping in the 20th Century: Norway's Successful Navigation of the World's Most Global Industry
Author(s): Stig Tenold
Publisher: Springer International Publishing,Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 3 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2311395
The Sulphur Cap in Maritime Supply Chains: Environmental Regulations in European Logistics
Author(s): Olli-Pekka Hilmola
Publisher: Springer International Publishing;Palgrave Pivot, Year: 2019, Size: 3 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2312056
Maritime Spatial Planning: past, present, future
Author(s): Jacek Zaucha, Kira Gee
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 11 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2320368
3D Recording and Interpretation for Maritime Archaeology
Author(s): John K. McCarthy, Jonathan Benjamin, Trevor Winton, Wendy van Duivenvoorde
Publisher: Springer International Publishing, Year: 2019, Size: 29 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2354295
Maritime Container Port Security: USA and European Perspectives
Author(s): Xufan Zhang, Michael Roe
Publisher: Springer International Publishing;Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 4 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2354313
Navies and Maritime Policies in the South Atlantic
Author(s): Érico Duarte, Manuel Correia de Barros
Publisher: Springer International Publishing;Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 2 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2354762
Please note that this booklist is not absolute. Some books are really best-sellers according to Los Angeles Times, others are written by unknown writers. On top of that, you can always find additional tutorials and courses on Coursera, Udemy or edX, for example. Are there any other relevant books you could recommend? Drop a comment if you have any feedback on the list.