The North Sea, a maritime route and the edge of the islander nation with a proud naval tradition. Extending from Kent and the Rhine delta to the Norwegian coast and the Shetland Islands. It is home to warrior tribes, foreign invaders, lost civilizations, and holidaymakers. Its history spans thousands of years, following a seismic change that caused the land to recede and water to flood in. Today, the North Sea continues to rise, claiming land as the eastern coast collapses and sinks.

In the book "The North Sea," distinguished historian Alistair Moffat dedicates a year traveling along its shores to better understand our relationship with the sea. He takes us on an epic, sweeping journey from the white cliffs of Dover to flooded homes, crossing wild Fennland and Brexit fracture lines, visiting famous seaside towns and storm-battered monasteries.

The story he tells is that of the newcomers and the stigma they left behind, Roman invasions, the arrival of the Saxons, and Viking raids. But it is also a story of those encountered, such as the Pictians and the Orcadian cycles of Orkney. It is a tale of technological progress, submarine machinery, and weather forecasting. It is a story of vast industry, from whaling campaigns and fishing boats to the flourishing of North Sea oil and offshore wind farms. This is the story of how the North Sea has shaped us and will continue to do so. Above all, it is a story of persistent, inevitable change.

Pages: 352, Dimensions: 15.9x15.9cm