Trade Routes of the Empire

Depict the life of a merchant navigating the famous Silk Road during the Ottoman Empire.

This historical fiction prompt encourages you to explore the economic, cultural, and entrpreneurial aspects of the Empire. How did the arduous journeys, interactions with diverse cultures, and trade negotiations configure a merchant’s life? What kind of socio-political understanding was required to successfully navigate this distinctive economic route? Your depiction can focus on cultural exchanges, adventure, courage, and the everlasting human ambition of prosperity.