Lori Ann Larocco Books

Exploring the influential world of shipping, this book delves into the lives of shipowners and financiers who have shaped global trade and economic growth. It highlights their role in transporting essential goods across continents, from agricultural products to crude oil. The narrative captures the volatility of the industry, influenced by unpredictable factors like weather and politics, while offering personal insights into the mindset of modern shipping magnates. Their perspectives on risk and future challenges illuminate the enduring significance of ocean shipping in the global economy.

Meet the high-seas risk-takers whose embrace of trade served billions! Dynasties of the Sea: The Untold Stories of the Postwar Shipping Pioneers tells the stories of the people who built the great maritime companies that have fed the world and kept the lights on in our homes and businesses and helped improve the lives of people around the world.

Meet the high seas risk-takers whose embrace of trade served billions! Dynasties of the Sea: The Untold Stories of the Postwar Shipping Pioneers tells the stories of the people who built the great maritime companies that have fed the world and kept the lights on in our homes and businesses and helped improve the lives of people around the world.