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Duration: 0H 20min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-Fiction

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

THE SILK ROADS

BASED ON THE BOOK BY PETER FRANKOPAN

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BOOK SUMMARY STATION

CONTENT

The Creation of the Silk Road

The শুরু of the Slave Road

The Road to Northern Europe

The Road to War

The Road of Black Gold

The American Silk Road

The Road to Tragedy

The Wheat Road

The Road to Genocide

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"The Silk Roads: A New History of the World" by Peter Frankopan offers a sweeping overview of world history. It traces the interconnectedness of civilizations across 2,500 years, from ancient Persia to the present day, challenging Eurocentric perspectives. The book emphasizes the pivotal role of the Silk Roads, not just as trade routes, but as conduits for the exchange of ideas, culture, and religions. It delves into political, economic, and social histories, revealing how control over these routes has shaped empires and determined the course of global events. The narrative explores the rise and fall of empires, the spread of faiths, and the impact of conflicts and innovations, demonstrating the enduring significance of this central artery of world history.

Release date

Audiobook: 11 February 2025