1421 by Gavin Menzies
The Year China Discovered America
In this intriguing historical narrative, the author presents a controversial theory that Chinese explorers, led by Admiral Zheng He, embarked on a series of epic voyages in the early 15th century, reaching the Americas and other parts of the world long before European explorers. The book delves into a wealth of evidence, including ancient maps, shipwrecks, and cultural artifacts, to support the claim that these expeditions significantly influenced global history, challenging the conventional understanding of the Age of Discovery and suggesting a more interconnected world than previously believed.
- Published
- 2002
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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