The Silk Road

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The journey along the Silk Road serves as a historical exploration, connecting ancient civilizations and cultures from China to the Mediterranean. Bill Porter, a renowned translator and scholar, embarks on a captivating adventure in 1992, armed with only a few essentials and the company of a friend. His travels reveal a tapestry of colorful anecdotes, rich mythology, and intriguing characters, from card-sharks to monks, while reflecting on the road's significance in commercial and cultural exchanges throughout history.