Worlds Apart Trading Together: The organisation of long-distance trade between Rome and India in Antiquity

Discover the groundbreaking insights of Worlds Apart Trading Together: The organisation of long-distance trade between Rome and India in Antiquity by Kasper Grnlund Evers. Published in 2017, this compelling book spans 226 pages and challenges the outdated perceptions of ‘Indo-Roman trade’. Evers integrates 30 years of new research to reveal the substantial trade connections between the Mediterranean and the Indian Ocean from the 1st to the 6th century. This comprehensive analysis uncovers how these trade networks significantly influenced consumption and production patterns in India, South Arabia, and the Roman Empire. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of antiquities and commerce, this book offers a fresh perspective on economic conditions during a pivotal era in history. Dive into the complexities of ancient trade and its lasting impact on civilizations with this essential read.