The course aims to narrate world history through man's activities on the sea through the centuries between the Middle Ages and the contemporary age, with a particular focus on the globalisation phenomena that began in the 16th century, as recently suggested in a celebrated work by D. Abulafia (2020). A large part of the course will be devoted to global maritime connections from the early modern age to the present day, with particular reference to international issues in relation to the control and exploitation of maritime spaces and their legal regulation.
The course aims to analyze the general features and historiographical interpretations of maritime history with particular reference to global issues and the connections between the different geographical areas that were created by sea between the Middle Ages and the contemporary age. In addition, great attention will be paid to the issues of international relations in relation to the control and safety of maritime routes between the end of the Middle Ages and the contemporary age
The course aims to analyse the general outlines and historiographical interpretations of maritime history with particular reference to global issues and the connections between the different geographical areas that were created by sea between the Middle Ages and the contemporary age. Furthermore, great attention will be paid to the issues of international relations in relation to the control and security of maritime routes between the late Middle Ages and the contemporary age.
Good knowledge of the general history of the modern and contemporary age.
Lectures and seminars.
Using J.M. Smith's (2013) definition, maritime history is the study of human interaction with the sea and its activities. It covers a broad thematic element of history, often using a global approach, although many national and regional histories still remain predominant. As an academic discipline, it crosses the chronological boundaries of traditional historical subjects, focusing on understanding humanity's various relationships with the world's oceans, seas and major waterways. Maritime history encompasses numerous topics including: fishing, whaling, international maritime law, naval history, history of ships, ship design, ship building, history of navigation, history of the various sciences related to the sea (oceanography, cartography, hydrography, etc.), exploration of the sea, and the history of the sea. ), the exploration of the sea, maritime economy and trade, navigation, yachting, seaside resorts, the history of lighthouses and aids to navigation, maritime themes in literature, maritime themes in art, the social history of seafarers and passengers and sea-related communities, and much more.
D. Abulafia, Maritime History of the World, Milan, Mondadori, 2022 (parts four and five only).
Ricevimento: Monday from 14.30 to 17. The teacher's studio is located in Albergo dei Poveri.
LUCA LO BASSO (President)
RENZO REPETTI
I semester
19 September 2022
Oral examination and/or in-depth study of a research topic in written form.
During the final examination, the candidate is required to demonstrate a reasonable level of preparation on the adopted texts and, if attending, on the topics covered in class. This preparation is ascertained by means of a discussion with the examiner.
In principle, the mark will take the following ranges into account
assessment of the notional aspects: up to 10/30; evaluation of processing skills: up to 15/30;
evaluation of communication skills: up to 5/30
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