The Ocean of Churn: How the Indian Ocean Shaped Human History
Short Description
Join Sanjeev Sanyal's 'The Ocean of Churn' for a captivating voyage through history. Discover forgotten cities and challenge conventional narratives in this mesmerizing exploration.
More Information
ISBN 13 | 9780143429081 |
Book Language | English |
Publishing Year | 2017 |
Total Pages | 312 |
Publishers | Penguin Random House India |
Category | Ancient History Indian History |
Weight | 250.00 g |
Dimension | 12.70 x 20.32 x 2.03 |
Product Details
In this ambitious book, bestselling author Sanjeev Sanyal chronicles the grand sweep of history from East Africa to Australia, conjuring the great cities of Angkor and Vijayanagar, medieval Arab empires and Chinese 'treasure fleets' in rich, vivid detail. He explores remote archaeological sites, maritime trading networks and half-forgotten oral tales to challenge established historical narratives with fresh evidence. Shining new light on medieval geopolitics and long-lost cities, 'The Ocean of Churn' is a mesmerizing journey into the heart of a vibrant civilization.