Australia & Oceania - Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers

Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers

Name: Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers
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Book Synopsis: One of Library Journal’s 10 Best Books of 2015

Following his acclaimed Atlantic and The Men Who United the States, New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester offers an enthralling biography of the Pacific Ocean and its role in the modern world, exploring our relationship with this imposing force of nature.

As the Mediterranean shaped the classical world, and the Atlantic connected Europe to the New World, the Pacific Ocean defines our tomorrow. With China on the rise, so, too, are the American cities of the West coast, including Seattle, San Francisco, and the long cluster of towns down the Silicon Valley.

Today, the Pacific is ascendant. Its geological history has long transformed us—tremendous earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis—but its human history, from a Western perspective, is quite young, beginning with Magellan’s sixteenth-century circumnavigation. It is a natural wonder whose most fascinating history is currently being made.

In telling the story of the Pacific, Simon Winchester takes us from the Bering Strait to Cape Horn, the Yangtze River to the Panama Canal, and to the many small islands and archipelagos that lie in between. He observes the fall of a dictator in Manila, visits aboriginals in northern Queensland, and is jailed in Tierra del Fuego, the land at the end of the world. His journey encompasses a trip down the Alaska Highway, a stop at the isolated Pitcairn Islands, a trek across South Korea and a glimpse of its mysterious northern neighbor.

Winchester’s personal experience is vast and his storytelling second to none. And his historical understanding of the region is formidable, making Pacific a paean to this magnificent sea of beauty, myth, and imagination that is transforming our lives.

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Discover the captivating power of the Pacific Ocean and its profound impact on the world in Simon Winchester's best-selling book, Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers. As one of Library Journal's top 10 books of 2015, this enthralling biography explores our deep connection with this imposing force of nature.

Just as the Mediterranean shaped the classical world and the Atlantic connected Europe to the New World, the Pacific Ocean defines our future. Join Winchester on an extraordinary journey from the Bering Strait to Cape Horn, the Yangtze River to the Panama Canal, and the countless islands and archipelagos that lie in between.

Experience the Pacific's geological history and its impact on humanity, from tumultuous earthquakes and volcanic eruptions to devastating tsunamis. As you delve into the Pacific's human history, starting from Magellan's daring circumnavigation, you'll witness the rise of the American West Coast cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and the innovation hub of Silicon Valley.

With China's ascendancy and the dynamic growth of Pacific Rim countries, the captivating tale of this awe-inspiring ocean is still being written. Winchester's remarkable storytelling, rich with personal experiences and historical insights, takes you on an exhilarating adventure. Explore the fall of dictatorships in Manila, connect with aboriginal communities in northern Queensland, and discover the end of the world in Tierra del Fuego. From the Alaska Highway to the remote Pitcairn Islands, from the hustle and bustle of South Korea to the enigmatic neighbor to the north, Pacific is a testament to the magnificence of this sea of beauty, myth, and imagination that is shaping our lives.

Don't miss out on the chance to delve into the captivating world of the Pacific Ocean. Grab your copy of Pacific: Silicon Chips and Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading Empires, and the Coming Collision of the World's Superpowers today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the fascinating history and promising future of this extraordinary ocean.

Order now and unlock the secrets of the Pacific.

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