Thalassophy 101What Would the Ancient Athenians Do About Attacks on Shipping?Thucydides: Naval Power and Commerce in Ancient and Modern TimesJul 2Jul 2
Thalassophy 101Popper’s Worlds and The SeaKarl Popper is primarily known for his philosophy of “falsifiability” and his work on the scientific method. This promotes the empirical…Sep 28, 2023Sep 28, 2023
Thalassophy 101Sir Arthur and the Unrestricted U Boat WarSherlock Holmes knew a lot about everything that happened, but the man behind the man with the deer stalker appears to have been uncommonly…Sep 1, 2023Sep 1, 2023
Thalassophy 101Conflict: The Grain Trade RobberyThe French political philosopher and enlightenment thinker Montesquieu expressed the view that trade between nations naturally promotes…Aug 31, 2023Aug 31, 2023
Thalassophy 101BRICS, the Rimland, Ships and CrewsThe BRICS Economic Bloc, made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, is one of the leading global voices for more…Aug 29, 2023Aug 29, 2023
Thalassophy 101Humanity, the Sea and Our Desperate HourPhilosophy encompasses many different areas of thinking and inquiry. Given that our planet is made up of over 70% water, it would be…Aug 25, 2023Aug 25, 2023
Thalassophy 101Akrasia and Minimum Safe ManningAkrasia, is a concept often discussed in philosophy and psychology. It refers to the state of acting against one’s better judgment or…Aug 25, 2023Aug 25, 2023
Thalassophy 101Under Locke and FreeJohn Locke (1632–1704) renowned English philosopher was a prominent figure in the Enlightenment era. His ideas and writings shaped…Aug 25, 2023Aug 25, 2023
Thalassophy 101Seas and the Land of the FreeThe United States (US) played a significant role in the development and promotion of open registries for flag states, including the…Aug 24, 2023Aug 24, 2023
Thalassophy 101Life, Liberia and the Pursuit of Global TonnagePrior to World War II, the British merchant fleet was one of the largest and most influential in the world, if not the largest flag state…Aug 24, 2023Aug 24, 2023
