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The Silk Roads: A New History of the World

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Book Synopsis: INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • Far more than a history of the Silk Roads, this book is truly a revelatory new history of the world, promising to destabilize notions of where we come from and where we are headed next. "A rare book that makes you question your assumptions about the world.” —The Wall Street Journal

From the Middle East and its political instability to China and its economic rise, the vast region stretching eastward from the Balkans across the steppe and South Asia has been thrust into the global spotlight in recent years. Frankopan teaches us that to understand what is at stake for the cities and nations built on these intricate trade routes, we must first understand their astounding pasts. Frankopan realigns our understanding of the world, pointing us eastward. It was on the Silk Roads that East and West first encountered each other through trade and conquest, leading to the spread of ideas, cultures and religions. From the rise and fall of empires to the spread of Buddhism and the advent of Christianity and Islam, right up to the great wars of the twentieth century—this book shows how the fate of the West has always been inextricably linked to the East.

Also available: The New Silk Roads, a timely exploration of the dramatic and profound changes our world is undergoing right now—as seen from the perspective of the rising powers of the East.

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Discover the hidden secrets of the world with our bestselling book, The Silk Roads: A New History of the World. This captivating international bestseller promises to challenge your understanding of our origins and the future that lies ahead. From political instability in the Middle East to China's economic rise, this book navigates the vast region stretching from the Balkans to South Asia, shedding light on the intricate trade routes that shaped our world.

Written by Peter Frankopan, this groundbreaking book explores how the cities and nations along the Silk Roads have shaped our present. As The Wall Street Journal puts it, "A rare book that makes you question your assumptions about the world." Take a journey through history as Frankopan reorients our perspective, directing our gaze towards the East where East and West converged through trade, conquest, and the exchange of ideas.

In The Silk Roads, you'll uncover the rise and fall of empires, the spread of religions like Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, and the profound impact these interactions had on shaping the fate of the West. This thought-provoking book will leave you with a newfound understanding of the world and the interconnectedness of civilizations throughout time.

Ready to explore the profound changes our world is undergoing right now? Don't miss out on Frankopan's companion book, The New Silk Roads. This timely exploration offers a fresh perspective on the rise of the East and its immense influence on global affairs. Act now to broaden your horizons and uncover the hidden narratives that continue to shape our world.

Get your copy of The Silk Roads: A New History of the World today and embark on a journey through time and across continents. Realign your understanding of history, culture, and the forces that have shaped our present. Order now and chart a course for knowledge!

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