The Silk Roads

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Exploring the ancient trade routes of the Silk Roads, this reference book highlights their significance beyond commerce, emphasizing cultural exchange, diplomacy, and conflict that shaped Eurasia's history. It examines the ongoing influence of these routes on global geopolitics, particularly through China's Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to revive this network. The updated edition includes expanded insights into infrastructure developments and the rise of a digital Silk Road, complemented by timelines and informative boxes to aid understanding of this pivotal region's legacy.