{"title":"Melodie Doumy","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of Melodie Doumy, an influential voice in the realm of historical literature. Known for her intricate storytelling and meticulous research, Doumy's books offer a rich exploration of history and culture. Her collection invites readers to embark on a journey through time, delving into the nuances of past societies and uncovering the stories that shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in her collection is \u003cem\u003eA Silk Road Oasis\u003c\/em\u003e, which elegantly weaves narratives of ancient trade routes and the vibrant cultures that flourished along them. Through her vivid and engaging prose, Doumy brings to life the bustling marketplaces, diverse peoples, and the exchange of ideas that were central to this historical period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of history and anyone eager to broaden their understanding of the world's military and cultural pasts, Melodie Doumy's works are a treasure trove of knowledge and fascination. Her books not only educate but also inspire readers to view history through a lens of curiosity and appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-silk-road-oasis-by-melodie-doumy-9780712355261","title":"A Silk Road Oasis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oasis of Dunhuang, at the edge of the Gobi Desert, was once a bustling town on the famous Silk Road connecting China and the Mediterranean. But there was more to this verdant oasis than trade. For more than 1,000 years, Dunhuang was also an important pilgrimage site—a cultural melting pot where ideas, technologies, and art flowed freely. People from many cultures lived, travelled through, worked, and worshipped here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the remarkable Buddhist cave complex just outside Dunhuang, a wealth of manuscripts, documents, and artworks remained sealed for nearly 900 years. This astonishing time capsule opens windows onto the intimate worlds of artists and scribes, merchants and fortune-tellers, diplomats, Buddhists, and nuns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetailing life in and around Dunhuang during the first millennium, \u003cem\u003eA Silk Road Oasis\u003c\/em\u003e draws on personal letters, wills, paintings, sculptures, and more, encompassing several languages, faiths, and cultures including Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and Christianity. It spans topics as diverse as literature, astronomy, medicine, politics, and art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights from these ancient texts include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThe Diamond Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e, the world's earliest complete printed book with a date, and one of the most influential Buddhist texts ever composed in East Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Dunhuang star chart, the earliest known atlas of the night sky from any civilisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Old Tibetan Annals, the earliest surviving historical document in Tibetan, giving a year-by-year account of the Tibetan Empire between 641 and 764.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848471007468,"sku":"9780712355261","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ee467fd4ace0b12591540bdf987f567c.jpg?v=1759012589"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/melodie-doumy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}