The Incredible History of the Indian Ocean
How did our earliest ancestors find their way to India's shores? Why do Roman relics scatter across small settlements near Puducherry? What brought Arabian merchants to Kerala's bustling ports? These questions form the spine of this captivating journey across one of history's most consequential waterways. The Indian Ocean isn't merely a geographic feature; it's a highway that has woven together civilisations, faiths and commerce since time immemorial. Through tales of audacious navigators, ruthless raiders and ambitious conquerors who braved its waters seeking fortune and dominion, this book reveals how a single expanse of ocean orchestrated the destiny of continents. Geography, it turns out, isn't just backdrop; it's the invisible architect of human history. Young readers will discover how trade winds, currents and coastlines shaped the rise and fall of empires, connecting Africa's eastern shores all the way to Australia's distant edges. Prepare to see the world through a completely different lens.
- Author: Sanyal Sanjeev
- Publisher: Puffin
- Genre: World History
- ISBN: 978-0143446019
- Pages: 256 pages