The Silk Road cover art

The Silk Road

An Enthralling Overview of the Ancient Trade Routes That Connected China to Europe (Asia)

Preview

Try Premium Plus free
1 credit a month to buy any audiobook in our entire collection.
Access to thousands of additional audiobooks and Originals from the Plus Catalogue.
Member-only deals & discounts.
Auto-renews at $16.45/mo after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

The Silk Road

By: Billy Wellman
Narrated by: Jay Herbert
Try Premium Plus free

$16.45 per month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy Now for $16.99

Buy Now for $16.99

Confirm Purchase
Pay using voucher balance (if applicable) then card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions Of Use and Privacy Notice and authorise Audible to charge your designated credit card or another available credit card on file.
Cancel

About this listen

Journey on the Silk Road, and discover trade, cultures, and adventures from the ancient world!

Step onto the fabled Silk Road, an epic network of ancient trade routes that spanned thousands of miles and linked the East and West for centuries. In The Silk Road, embark on a captivating voyage through time and terrain, where cultures converged, goods flowed, and history unfolded.

This audiobook delves into the fascinating world of the Silk Road. Learn how spices, silk, precious gems, and ideas traversed vast deserts, towering mountain passes, and bustling bazaars. Discover the secrets of this remarkable historical crossroads where empires rose and fell and where the exchange of knowledge, art, and technology changed the course of civilizations.

Within this audiobook, you will do the following:

  • Uncover the origins of the Silk Road and its myriad branches;
  • Follow in the footsteps of legendary travelers like Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta;
  • Marvel at the treasures that adorned the caravanserais and markets;
  • Learn about the diverse cultures that coexisted and thrived along the route;
  • Witness the transformative impact of the Silk Road on science, religion, and philosophy;
  • Explore the mysteries of the hidden Silk Road cities buried beneath the sands of time;
  • Follow the rise and fall of empires that sought to control this lucrative trade route;
  • Understand the enduring legacy of the Silk Road in shaping todays interconnected world;
  • And so much more!

Dont miss the chance to unravel the tales of adventure, cultural exchange, and the enduring spirit of human connection that defined the Silk Road. Click the add to cart button and embark on a remarkable odyssey through this audiobook!

©2024 Billy Wellman (P)2024 Billy Wellman
China Thought-Provoking

What listeners say about The Silk Road

Average Customer Ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.