The Periplus Of The Erythraean Sea: Travel And Trade In The Indian Ocean By A Merchant Of The First Century (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163240595)

The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea is a historical travelogue and trade manual written by an anonymous merchant in the first century. The book provides a detailed account of the Indian Ocean trade routes and the various ports of call along the coast of East Africa, Arabia, and India. It also includes information on the commodities traded, such as spices, precious stones, and textiles, as well as the customs and cultures of the people living in these regions. The author's observations and descriptions of the geography, climate, and natural resources of the region provide valuable insights into the ancient world. This edition of the book is translated and annotated by Wilfred H. Schoff, a renowned scholar of ancient trade and commerce. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, geography, or international trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Wilfred H. Schoff
ISBN-10: 1163240591
ISBN-13: 9781163240595
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d