Sinai Crossroads

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By Sabine Lorca

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Sinai Crossroads explores the Sinai Peninsula's critical role as a historical land bridge connecting Africa and Asia, revealing its profound influence on global trade, military campaigns, and cultural exchange.
For millennia, this strategic location has been a nexus point, shaping civilizations and dictating regional power dynamics.
The book highlights how control of the Sinai has consistently influenced global commerce, with ancient trade routes like the incense route traversing its landscape.

The book examines the Sinai's geological formation and strategic importance, then progresses through the evolution of trade routes and pivotal military engagements.
It dissects the spread of cultures and religions, like Christianity and Islam, across the peninsula.
Sinai Crossroads offers a fresh perspective by integrating historical, archaeological, and geopolitical analyses, providing a holistic understanding of the Sinai's enduring influence.

Sinai Crossroads