The Gulf of Mexico

In "The Gulf of Mexico," John S. Sledge offers a richly detailed exploration of the Gulf's human history and culture, highlighting its significance as the Earth’s 10th-largest body of water. The narrative features notable figures like Ponce de Leon and Ernest Hemingway, as well as a diverse array of people connected to maritime life, including Maya priests and Greek sponge divers. Sledge recounts events of global significance, from historic naval battles to environmental disasters, while also shedding light on the vibrant cities shaped by a fusion of ethnicities, such as Havana and New Orleans.