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Silk Road Empires

Linda Hill

Traductor A Ai

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Sinopsis

Silk Road Empires explores the powerful empires that flourished along the Silk Road, viewing it not just as a trade route, but as a dynamic arena where empires rose and fell. These empires strategically used trade, cultural exchange, and diplomacy to extend their influence across vast territories. The book reveals how controlling vital trade routes provided the economic strength needed for military advancement and cultural dominance, illustrating the deep connection between trade and imperial expansion.

 
The book analyzes the economic foundations of these empires, their control over trade routes, and taxation policies before examining cultural exchanges, such as the spread of Buddhism and artistic styles. It emphasizes how these empires were shaped by both internal and external forces, adapting to new ideas and technologies.

 
By examining factors like internal conflicts and shifts in global trade patterns, the book explains the decline of these powerful political entities, offering insights into the complex interplay between political, economic, and cultural forces. Beginning with the geographical and historical context, the book progresses through the economic and cultural dynamics, culminating in an analysis of the factors leading to imperial decline. This approach provides a comprehensive view of how the Kushan Empire, the Tang Dynasty, and the Mongol Empire, among others, leveraged the Silk Road to shape Asian and world history, challenging traditional views by highlighting the profound political and cultural implications of trade.
Disponible desde: 20/03/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 54 páginas.

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