--- product_id: 443076072 title: "When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the \"\"Riches of the \"\"East\"\"" price: "130.66 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/443076072-when-asia-was-the-world-traveling-merchants-scholars-warriors-monks store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the ""Riches of the ""East"" **Price:** 130.66 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the ""Riches of the ""East"" - **How much does it cost?** 130.66 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/443076072-when-asia-was-the-world-traveling-merchants-scholars-warriors-monks) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Buy When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the ""Riches of the ""East"" by Gordon, Stewart online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Review: This was a very well organized introduction into the history of the Asian world. For Westerners I think this book is an eye opener to the fact that the Asian world was far more sophisticated and advanced than we give it credit for, and far more advanced than Europe itself. I found each of the chapters intriguing and I particularly liked that the author consistently reminds us of similar instances from previous chapters. It is much easier to follow his thesis and strengthens the reader's understanding of the whole topic. This book is definitely worth a read. Review: I stumbled on this book by accident and then could not stop reading - till I came to the last page. Spending much time in Asia i was fascinated by the history Gorden covered - going back 2500 years. We all learn too little about the 'middle east' - Asia when undergoing our basic education. The scholars and traders were truly learned and adventurous. This is a book to be read by all. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #145,460 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #205 in History of Civilization & Culture #518 in History of Asia #1,069 in Social & Cultural History | | Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (120) | | Dimensions | 20.57 x 13.97 x 1.78 cm | | Edition | Illustrated | | ISBN-10 | 030681739X | | ISBN-13 | 978-0306817397 | | Item weight | 272 g | | Language | English | | Print length | 256 pages | | Publication date | 6 January 2009 | | Publisher | Da Capo Press | ## Images ![When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the ""Riches of the ""East"" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/914q3+PvYdL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***N on 16 April 2014* This was a very well organized introduction into the history of the Asian world. For Westerners I think this book is an eye opener to the fact that the Asian world was far more sophisticated and advanced than we give it credit for, and far more advanced than Europe itself. I found each of the chapters intriguing and I particularly liked that the author consistently reminds us of similar instances from previous chapters. It is much easier to follow his thesis and strengthens the reader's understanding of the whole topic. This book is definitely worth a read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***E on 30 March 2010* I stumbled on this book by accident and then could not stop reading - till I came to the last page. Spending much time in Asia i was fascinated by the history Gorden covered - going back 2500 years. We all learn too little about the 'middle east' - Asia when undergoing our basic education. The scholars and traders were truly learned and adventurous. This is a book to be read by all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***M on 22 September 2021* What a well written book! A good overview for historians of other periods/places who want to get a sense of the book's area, and so accessible for the general reader. Its going to be my book to gift for the coming year. ## Frequently Bought Together - When Asia Was the World: Traveling Merchants, Scholars, Warriors, and Monks Who Created the "Riches of the "East" - A History of the World in 6 Glasses - Advanced Placement World History: Modern --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/443076072-when-asia-was-the-world-traveling-merchants-scholars-warriors-monks](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/443076072-when-asia-was-the-world-traveling-merchants-scholars-warriors-monks) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-10-12*