What's it about?

The Silk Roads: A New History of the World" by Peter Frankopan, challenges a Eurocentric view of history by highlighting the pivotal role of the regions along the Silk Roads. It traces the interconnectedness of the world through this central artery, demonstrating how events in these often-overlooked areas profoundly influenced civilizations across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The narrative spans from antiquity, detailing the rise and fall of empires and the spread of religions, through the medieval period with the Mongol conquests and the rise of trade, and into the modern era, examining the impact of European colonialism and the ongoing geopolitical struggles for influence in this strategically crucial region. Ultimately, the book argues that understanding the history of the Silk Roads is essential for grasping the true complexity and interconnectedness of global history, past and present.