EMPTY VESSEL The Story of the Global Economy in One Barge

In this colorful history of how shipping practices across the globe have impacted worldwide commerce, the author examines the travels and various uses of a particular Swedish-built shipping barge. Weaving together details about the challenges of global commerce faced by governments and cultures, these stories show how container shipping supercharged international trade and how this particular shipping barge impacted people and their cultures. Dion Graham's outsized dramatic talent and attention to nuance are put to good use with this excellent writing. Carefully adapting his beautiful vocal range to the energy in each word, phrase, and line of thought, Graham provides a layer of impact and meaning that make the author's historical storytelling come alive. T.W. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2025]