1434, by Gavin Menzies. 1st edition 2008. S/C. 368 pp.
Secondhand
Shipping
Standard courier shipping from R60
R60 Standard shipping applies to orders under R100, in most areas in South Africa. R30 Standard shipping applies to orders over R100. Some areas may attract a R30 surcharge. This will be calculated at checkout if applicable.
Check my rate
Check my rate
Ready to ship in
The seller has indicated that they will usually have this item
ready to ship within 3 business days. Shipping time depends on your delivery address. The most
accurate delivery time will be calculated at checkout, but in
general, the following shipping times apply:
Standard Delivery
| Main centres: | 1-3 business days |
| Regional areas: | 3-4 business days |
| Remote areas: | 3-5 business days |
Buyer Protection
How you're covered
Get it now, pay later
Product information
Condition:
Secondhand
Location:
South Africa
Product code:
A1961
Bob Shop ID:
613062823
1434 - The year a magnificent Chinese fleet sailed to Italy and ignited the Renaissance.
Compelling new evidence that traces the roots of the European Renaissance to Chinese exploration in the fifteen century. Textbooks tells us that the Renaissance came about as a result of a re-discovery of the ideas and ideals of classical Greece and Rome. But Gavin Menzies makes the startling argument that in the year 1434 China - then the world's most technologically advanced civilisation - provided the spark that set the Renaissance ablaze. With beautiful colour and black and white illustrations.
First published 2008 by HarperCollinsPublishers, London. Condition: Excellent. Ex-library book with plastic on cover.