In his book, "The Return of Marco Polo's World," Robert D. Kaplan argues that sea power plays a crucial role in influencing geopolitics. He believes that, given the complexities and challenges inherent in land conflicts, maritime strength serves as a strategic means to address and navigate these difficult circumstances. Kaplan suggests that the dominance of the seas can help to compensate for the limitations and unpredictability often faced on land.
Kaplan’s...