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Who is this book for? Readers interested in history, cultural studies, and the dynamics of East-West relations.

Topics Trade routesCultural exchangeGlobalizationEurasian historyGeopoliticsEconomic historyReligious diffusionPower dynamicsHistorical connectionsCross-cultural interactionsCultural Identity and HeritageTrade and EconomyEast-West Relations
MoodReflective, Hopeful
'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4KidsSet your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world.Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart – the journey along the Silk Roads.From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves through time and history sewing together the threads from different peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the globe.With stories from each and every corner of society, Frankopan’s magnificent brand new text based on his literary triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is a must-have world history.‘An extraordinarily vivid book on an often-neglected corner of history’ Inis Reading Guide‘Not just children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing read’ New York Journal of Books‘Peter Frankopan’s text is pitched at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely captivating … this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure’Armadillo magazine ‘Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations from Neil Packer … this is an ambitious account that nevertheless tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way’History Revealed magazine

Language

en

Published on

07/08/2021

Pages

128

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9781526623560

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