The Silk Route: 7,000 Miles of History

A fascinating and accessible historical picture book about commerce, trade, and cultural exchange, perfect for classroom use and research.

Silk has long been considered a symbol of wealth and luxury. But thousands of years ago, the production of silk cloth was one of China's most prized secrets. So how did silk become one of the most sought-after materials in the world?

With lavish illustrations and a highly informative text, The Silk Route traces the early history of the silk trade--from the mulberry groves of China to the marketplace in Byzantium--and explores how two of the world's greatest empires were brought together, forever opening the channels of commerce between East and West.

A treasure through the years, this book is perfect for the classroom and independent book reports.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 03/08/1996
ISBN: 9780064434683
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.31lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.53w x 0.14d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 04/08/1996

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 16791 / Silk Route: 7,000 Miles of History
Reading Level: 6.7 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 0.5