Maritime Power and the Twenty-First Century

This is a concise review of the major theories of maritime power and uses, with original analysis, to synthesize a wide-ranging and universally applicable theory of maritime power and its utility in the coming century. Its original aspects are that it does not concentrate on a few specific naval powers, but is applicable to every maritime state. In addition it makes a comprehensive study and analysis of maritime power theory, concluding that maritime power is an essential element in every maritime state's strategic posture.