The Mortal Sea: Fishing the Atlantic in the Age of Sail
Explores the history of Atlantic fishing under sail and its lasting effects on both coastal societies and ocean ecosystems from medieval times onward.
About This Book
The Mortal Sea examines the long relationship between people and the Atlantic Ocean through the lens of commercial fishing under sail.
It traces how fishing practices evolved from the medieval period through the nineteenth century and how these activities shaped coastal communities.
The book highlights the growing awareness of the ocean's vulnerability as fish stocks declined and marine ecosystems were altered by sustained human activity.
Drawing on maritime records and ecological evidence, it shows the interplay between economic ambition and environmental limits.
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