The Silk Roads

A New History of the World

(Author) Professor Peter Frankopan
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The sun is setting on the Western world. Slowly but surely, the direction in which the world spins has reversed- where for the last five centuries the globe turned westwards on its axis, it now turns to the east. For centuries, fame and fortune were to be found in the west - in the New World of the Americas. Today, it is the east which calls out to those in search of riches and adventure. Sweeping right across Central Asia and deep into China and India, a region that once took centre stage is again rising to dominate global politics, commerce and culture. A major reassessment of world history, The Silk Roads is a dazzling exploration of the forces that have driven the rise and fall of empires, determined the flow of ideas and goods and are now heralding a new dawn in international affairs.

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Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
657
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781408839997
Publish year:
2016
Publish date:
June 1, 2016

Professor Peter Frankopan

Professor Peter Frankopan is a renowned historian, author, and academic known for his work on the history of the Silk Roads and the Middle East. His most notable works include "The Silk Roads: A New History of the World" and "The New Silk Roads: The Present and Future of the World."

Frankopan's writing style is characterized by its engaging narrative and meticulous research, which has earned him critical acclaim and a wide readership. He has made significant contributions to the field of global history, challenging Eurocentric perspectives and highlighting the interconnectedness of civilizations throughout history.

"The Silk Roads" is his most famous work, which explores the role of the Silk Roads in shaping the world we live in today. The book has been translated into multiple languages and has been praised for its insightful analysis and compelling storytelling. Frankopan's work has had a profound impact on the study of world history and has helped to redefine our understanding of global civilization.

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