The High Seas: Ambition, Power, and Greed on the Unclaimed Ocean

Olive Heffernan

The High Seas: Ambition, Power, and Greed on the Unclaimed Ocean

The world’s oceans—vast, untamed, and largely unregulated—are at the center of a fierce struggle for power, resources, and control. In The High Seas: Ambition, Power, and Greed on the Unclaimed Ocean, we dive into the lawless waters that cover nearly half the planet, revealing the high-stakes battles unfolding far from public view.

From illegal fishing empires to deep-sea mining and territorial disputes, nations and corporations are vying for dominance over the high seas, exploiting the lack of international governance. This untapped frontier offers immense wealth, from fisheries to rare minerals, but also brings devastating environmental risks and geopolitical tensions.

The book explores how these waters have become a stage for unchecked ambition and greed, where powerful players—from rogue states to multinational corporations—pursue their interests with little accountability. With climate change and dwindling resources intensifying the competition, the race to control the high seas threatens not only ocean ecosystems but also global stability.

Through a compelling mix of investigative journalism and expert analysis, The High Seas reveals the hidden conflicts and consequences of this oceanic frontier, challenging us to rethink the future of one of Earth’s last unclaimed territories

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