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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history and significance of 'silent trade', an ancient form of exchange where goods were left with no human interaction. The author traces the origins of silent trade to early hunting societies, showing how it facilitated transactions between groups that were often hostile or suspicious of each other. The practice persisted in various forms over time, serving as a means of establishing peace, mitigating conflict, and promoting cooperation. The author analyzes the underlying principles of silent trade and explores its implications for our understanding of early human behavior. Through case studies and historical examples, the book sheds light on a crucial but often overlooked aspect of human interaction, revealing its profound impact on the development of trade, diplomacy, and social organization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333624880_0
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