9781331914600 - the port of hamburg (classic reprint) de edwin j. clapp (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the Port of Hamburg, whose history is intertwined with the development of Germany's foreign trade. Examining the port's transformation from a medieval transshipment hub to a modern seaport, the author traces the evolution of Hamburg's hinterland in the context of Germany's industrial growth. The book analyzes the technical innovations implemented to adapt the port to accommodate larger vessels and increased cargo volumes, including Hamburg's battle against its foreign rivals for trade dominance. The author highlights the development of direct steamship lines, the deepening of the port's channel, and the adoption of mechanized cargo handling as key factors in Hamburg's rise to prominence. This book provides valuable insights into the history, technology, and economic significance of a major European seaport and its role in shaping Germany's economic development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…