Books

Pacific

$14.99

New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester delivers a sweeping portrait of the Pacific Ocean and its growing influence on the modern world. As the Mediterranean shaped the ancient era and the Atlantic connected continents, the Pacific now stands at the center of global power, culture, and change. Blending geology, history, and firsthand travel, Winchester explores the ocean’s impact—from earthquakes and volcanoes to exploration beginning with Magellan. His journey spans the Bering Strait to Cape Horn, the Yangtze to the Panama Canal, and countless islands in between, capturing political upheaval, indigenous cultures, and rapidly developing nations. Rich in storytelling and insight, this book reveals the Pacific as a powerful force shaping our future—full of beauty, myth, and global significance.