Transnationalism in ancient and medieval societies

By Michael C. Howard

Subjects: Commerce, Medieval, International trade, Economic aspects, Commerce, history, Transnationalism, International relations, History

Description: "This study of early transnational relations explores the routine interaction of people across the boundaries of empires, tribal confederacies, kingdoms, and city-states. It examines obstacles voyagers faced, relatively poor geographical knowledge, and dangers of a fragmented and shifting political landscape, and reveals the important political, economic, and cultural role cross-border trade and travel played in ancient society"--Provided by publisher.