The Silver Way

Name: The Silver Way
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780734399434
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China, Spanish America and the birth of globalisation 1565-1815: Penguin Specials

By Juan Jose Morales and Peter Gordon

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The Silver Way by Juan Jose Morales and Peter Gordon offers a fascinating exploration of the economic and cultural impact of the silver trade between Asia and the Americas from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The authors illuminate how this trade route shaped global commerce, linking economies and cultures across continents. This book provides an educational insight into how silver helped to lay the groundwork for the interconnected world we live in today.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by historical trade routes and their impact on global exchange and cultures. You'll find a profound exploration of the economic and cultural exchanges between Asia and the Americas, offering insights into how trade shaped societies. Perfect for those interested in history, economics, and international relations.

The Silver Way

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Long before London and New York rose to international prominence, a trading route was discovered between Spanish America and China that ushered in a new era of globalisation. The Ruta de la Plata or The Silver Way catalysed economic and cultural exchange, built the foundations for the first global currency and led to the rise of the first 'world city'.

And yet, for all its importance, The Silver Way is too often neglected in conventional narratives on the birth of globalisation. Gordon and Morales re-establish its fascinating role in economic and cultural history, with direct consequences for how we understand China today.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Silver Way has been described by National Interest Online as an engaging and entertaining read that offers an insightful look into historical connections. Additionally, it sheds light on cultural exchanges that played a significant role in shaping modern relationships. Combining historical detail with narrative flair, the book has been praised for making complex historical processes accessible and enjoyable.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734399434

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 112.0mm

Height: 179.0mm

Weight: 76g

Pages: 100

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Education & Reference Finance & Economics Finance & Investment Juan Jose Morales Non-Fiction Penguin Books Peter Gordon

About the Author

Peter Gordon is the founder and editor of the Asian Review of Books. He is also a publisher at Chameleon Press and was the driving force behind the Hong Kong International Literary Festival, the Man Asian Literary Prize and Hong Kong-based online bookseller Paddyfield.com Juan Jose Morales former president of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, is a lawyer and management consultant who writes for the magazine Compromiso Empresarial. He has a Master of International and Public Affairs from Hong Kong University where he has lectured on translations of Chinese poetry.