SILK ROADS: PEOPLES, CULTURES, LANDSCAPES
Written by Susan Whitfield
Published by Thames and Hudson
in 2019
ISBN: 9780500021576
- Categorised in:
- HISTORY
- HISTORY GENERAL
- EUROPE
- ASIA
SILK ROADS: PEOPLES, CULTURES, LANDSCAPES
Written by Susan Whitfield.
Stock no. 1829056
1st.
2019.
Hardback.
Large format.
Nearly fine condition.
From precious stones to spices, from new religions to technological innovations, the exchange of goods and ideas along the ancient trading routes of the Silk Roads has played a crucial role in the development of civilizations across Europe and Asia. An illustrated overview placing landscapes at the heart of 1,500 years of Eurasian history. With contributions from over 80 leading experts from around the world, each chapter explores the history of trade and cultures along the Silk Roads in the context of a particular terrain. Edited by Susan Whitfield. Large format. Matt pictorial boards. Colour photos throughout. 479 pages including index. ISBN: 9780500021576. A lovely copy with no real faults. Green wrap-around has 2" closed tear to spine (no loss).