Trade networks connect diverse societies from "summary" of Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies (20th Anniversary Edition) by Jared Diamond
Trade networks have played a crucial role in connecting diverse societies throughout history. These networks serve as conduits for the exchange of goods, ideas, and technologies between different groups of people. By facilitating the flow of resources and information, trade networks have helped to foster cultural exchange and economic development. As societies interact through trade, they are exposed to new ways of thinking and doing things, leading to innovation and progress. The interconnectedness of trade networks has allowed for the diffusion of goods and technologies across vast distances. For example, the spread of crops such as maize and potatoes from the Americas to other parts of the world was made possible through trade networks. Similarly, the Silk Road facilitated the exchange of silk, spices, and other goods between Europe and Asia, lead...
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