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'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4KidsSet your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world.Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads.From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves through time and history sewing together the threads from different peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the globe.With stories from each and every corner of society, Frankopan's magnificent brand new text based on his literary triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is a must-have world history.'An extraordinarily vivid book on an often-neglected corner of history' Inis Reading Guide 'Not just children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing read' New York Journal of Books 'Peter Frankopan's text is pitched at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely captivating . this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure'Armadillo magazine 'Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations from Neil Packer . this is an ambitious account that nevertheless tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way'History Revealed magazine Review: Amazing book! - Amazing book must read! Even the children’s edition is a good read for adults who don’t particularly like to read much. Review: wonderfull illustrations and history! - must have book for every traveller, who is interested in history. the maps and pictures are fantastic!




| Best Sellers Rank | #92,259 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Middle Eastern History for Young Adults #5 in Ancient History for Young Adults #6 in Asian History for Young Adults |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 652 Reviews |
S**A
Amazing book!
Amazing book must read! Even the children’s edition is a good read for adults who don’t particularly like to read much.
V**D
wonderfull illustrations and history!
must have book for every traveller, who is interested in history. the maps and pictures are fantastic!
V**A
Excellent illustrations and quality
Got both books, this shortened illustrated version, which is more suitable for school kids, and the original paperback for myself. Illustrations are fantastic.
N**A
Good coffee table edition
Fabulous read... Well printed. Good coffee table edition.
A**R
Good book
Good service and really great book thanks
M**D
Must buy
Should be included in study curriculum
A**N
Can be skipped
Not very interesting
A**R
Really well researched and written
This is one of the most interesting history books I have read. What the author has done really well in this book is that he has really simplified the complex and sensitive topics. Even a person who is not exactly following all the news can get a grasp of the current situation in the Middle Eastern countries. It's a big 620 page book. It's really well researched and written. It never feels like a drag. If you are looking for a book to know about the history and connect it with present then you should definitely read this book.
S**Y
Beautiful production
Christmas gift
I**N
Nice reading
Very few facts, but great for teenagers to read and look at the world history at a different angle
H**K
Un pamphlet superficiel
Vraiment décevant, une suite de petits textes cours et superficiels qui n'explorent absolument pas leur sujets et remplis de généralités non étayées...
関**一
ユーラシア史をもっと詳しく
エヴァンスのPurauit of Powerのユーラシア版を期待したのですが、そうではなかったのが残念でした。
F**.
gekürzte, illustrierte Ausgabe
Ich habe mir sowohl das Originalwerk, als auch diese illustrierte Ausgabe zugelegt. Während das originale "Silk Roads" natürlich um einiges umfangreicher ist, haben beide Werke ihre Daseinsberechtigung. Die illustrierte Ausgabe ist kürzer, sie scheint mir als Zielguppe eher das jüngere Klientel anzuvisieren. Trotzdem hatte auch ich meine Freude an dem Buch. Wunderschöne Bilder und Zeichnungen, jede Seite ein individuelles Kunstwerk. Der gebundene Einband ist sehr schön aufgemacht und bildet mit seinem leuchtenden blau-silbernen Farbspiel definitiv ein Highlight in meinem Bücherregal. Auch inhaltlich konnte mich das Buch durchaus überzeugen. Dargestellt wird die Geschichte der Seidenstraßen, die Rolle Asiens in der Weltgeschichte, die Beziehung zwischen Europa und Asien und die zukünftigen Aussichten dieser Regionen. Für Kinder ein interessanter und märchenhafter Einstieg in die Geschichte, für Erwachsene ein erfrischender Überblick über die Vergangenheit - aus einem ungewohnten Blickwinkel.
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