Sanyal, Sanjeev,
The ocean of churn : how the Indian Ocean shaped human history / Sanjeev Sanyal. - Haryana: Puffin Books/Penguin Random House India, 2017. - xiii, 297 pages : maps (black and white) ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-280) and index.
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.
9780143429081
Library of Congress -- New Delhi Overseas Office
2016334792
Indian Ocean Region--History.
Indian Ocean Region--Civilization.
India--History.
DS340 / .S26 2016
909.09824 / SAN
The ocean of churn : how the Indian Ocean shaped human history / Sanjeev Sanyal. - Haryana: Puffin Books/Penguin Random House India, 2017. - xiii, 297 pages : maps (black and white) ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-280) and index.
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.
9780143429081
Library of Congress -- New Delhi Overseas Office
2016334792
Indian Ocean Region--History.
Indian Ocean Region--Civilization.
India--History.
DS340 / .S26 2016
909.09824 / SAN