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Trade Routes

Trade Routes

Von Brookstone, Thalia

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English 2026 ISBN 9783565278015
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Long before globalization, a network of paths united East and West in a flow of goods, ideas, and beliefs. Trade Routes traces the evolution of the Silk Road and its maritime counterparts, exploring how merchants, pilgrims, and scholars connected empires across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Using archaeological discoveries, historical records, and travelers' accounts, the book reveals how silk, spices, and art shaped civilizations from China to Byzantium. It highlights not only commerce but also cultural dialogue—the spread of religions, technologies, and philosophies that transformed societies. This richly detailed history captures the wonder of an interconnected ancient world whose legacy continues to echo through today's global exchanges.

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