A sweeping look at how ancient trade shaped the world and the Holy Land. This work traces the birth of navigation, the rise of maritime commerce, and the enduring connections between continents that helped forge civilizations. Rich in historical detail, it explores how early traders and explorers—from Phoenicians to Arabian caravans—built the routes that linked East and West, and how modern bets on new trade corridors echo those ancient ambitions.
From the dawn of commerce to the rise of great ports, you’ll encounter:
- The origins of navigation and the transformation of travel into sustained trade routes.
- A survey of early trading powers, especially the Phoenicians, and their influence on global exchange.
- The idea that geography and route choice can reshape economies and nations.
- Debates about ancient sources and the geography of the East, including Ophir and Arabia.
Ideal for readers of history, economic thought, and maritime lore who want a thoughtful look at how trade routes, technology, and policy intersect to shape civilizations.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and potential of trade routes between the East and the West, with a particular focus on the role of the Persian Gulf as a central hub. The author delves into the ancient origins of trade in the region, tracing its development from the time of the Phoenicians to the present day. The author also examines the impact of various political and technological changes on the flow of trade, including the rise and fall of empires, the development of new shipping technologies, and the opening of the Suez Canal. Ultimately, the book argues that the Persian Gulf is poised to once again become a major center of global trade, with implications for the economies and political dynamics of both the East and the West. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330746448_0
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Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330746448
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Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 56 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 25849018/2
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