Ocean Legends

Yves Earhart · AI

2025년 2월 · Publifye AS

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""Ocean Legends"" explores the captivating world of oceanic myths, blending maritime history, folklore, and marine science to understand how these stories reflect humanity's relationship with the sea. The book examines enduring legends like krakens and submerged cities, analyzing their origins in historical accounts and geographical contexts. Readers will discover how genuine environmental phenomena, such as bioluminescence, may have fueled the creation of sea monster myths. The book uniquely integrates historical analysis with scientific inquiry, presenting a balanced assessment of these tales. It progresses across three sections: introducing recurring themes in oceanic folklore, tracing the historical development of legends through mariners' logs and maps, and critically evaluating their scientific plausibility using modern oceanographic data. By examining early seafaring technologies and rudimentary cartography, ""Ocean Legends"" reveals how these narratives served as cultural records, reflecting past societies' fears and aspirations. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the book connects history, Earth sciences, and geography to provide a comprehensive understanding of oceanic legends. It emphasizes objective analysis and critical thinking, offering valuable insights into humanity's evolving relationship with the marine world and its impact on cultural geography and marine conservation.