Deze auteur richt zich op maritieme geschiedenis en is werkzaam als Senior Lecturer aan de University of Exeter en General Editor voor de Navy Records Society. Zijn werk biedt waarschijnlijk diepgaande inzichten in maritieme onderwerpen met academische nauwkeurigheid. Lezers kunnen gedetailleerde en informatieve studies op dit gebied verwachten. Zijn posities suggereren expertise en autoriteit in historisch maritiem onderzoek.
The book delves into the crucial functions of the British state during the eighteenth century, highlighting how its policies and actions were instrumental in driving the country's global expansion and dominance. It examines the interplay between state mechanisms and imperial ambitions, shedding light on the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to Britain's rise as a global power during this period.
Samuel Bentham and the Royal Dockyards
Focusing on the transformative period of 1796 to 1807, the book delves into the significant contributions of Samuel Bentham as the Inspector General of Naval Works. It highlights his influence on dockyard technology and the accompanying shifts in industrial culture within the naval yards. By exploring both technological advancements and cultural changes, it offers a comprehensive view of this pivotal era in naval history.
Before 1815 Britain established a global empire, achieved naval domination, and laid the foundations of the first industrial revolution. This book explains the central and often underestimated role of the British state in providing the money and infrastructure to support its maritime ascendancy and develop expertise in overseas expansion.