Author: Arunachalam B
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Work Center Offset Printers Pvt Ltd
Year: 2010
Pages: 319
ISBN: 978-81-908108-1-4
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: History
Keyword: Maritime Heritage, Indian Peninsula
Classification: 387.509
Shelf: C3R2
Accession No: B1186
Contents: 1- Southern Peninsular India 2- Maritime Heritage of Tamilaham 3- Physical Environment 4- Coasts and Seas Around 5- Sea Influences of the Neidel 6- Ancient Ports of Tamilaham 7- Ancient Maritime Trade and Hinterland Linkages 8-Medieval Ports: 5th to 15th Centuries A.D 9- Medieval Sea Trade 10-Merchant Guilds 11- Ports of Colonia Period 12- Modern Major Ports 13- Sea Trade Since Colonial Times 14- Kattumarams, Dug-Outs and Outrigger Boats 15- Boat Forms of Kerala Coast 16- Boats of Tamil Nadu Coast 17-Southern Navies 18- Piracy in South Indian Waters 19- Wisdom of the Sea and the Sky of the Seamen 20- Celestial Navigation 21- Stars for Port Location Fix 22- Sea-Ventures of South Indian Seamen 23- Early and Medieval Sea-Routes 24- Navigation Hazards and Traditional Landmarks 25- Modern Navigation Landmarks 26- Pre-Admiralty Marine Charts 27- Marine Resources 28- Traditional Sea Manuals 29- Folk Lores, Songs and Ballads 30- Deities, Beliefs, Faith and Medicine 31- Retrospect and Prospect Index MHS Publications
Abstract: This book explores the maritime heritage of the Indian Peninsula south of 14°N, highlighting the region’s long-standing cultural connection with the sea. It covers the history of maritime skills, techniques, tools, and technologies, as well as sea voyages and adventures. The work also examines the profound relationship between coastal communities and the sea, reflected in their culture, folklore, daily life, festivals, and sea-deities. Based on extensive fieldwork and archival research, the book offers a comprehensive study of the coastal traditions and their enduring impact on the people and their way of life.