The Silk Roads: A New History of the World

"The Silk Roads: A New History of the World" by Peter Frankopan reexamines the significance of the Silk Roads—ancient trade routes connecting East and West. Rather than viewing history through a Eurocentric lens, the book highlights how these routes facilitated cultural exchange, trade, and the spread of ideas across continents. By exploring various civilizations, including those in Asia and the Middle East, Frankopan illustrates the interconnectedness of human history, showing how commerce, religion, and diplomacy shaped the world we know today, with lasting impacts that resonate in modern society.