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The Silver Way
China, Spanish America and the birth of globalisation 1565-1815: Penguin Specials
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
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