Uncover the vibrant medieval Indian Ocean world-economy (1250–1650). This groundbreaking study revisits Indian Ocean history, challenging Eurocentric narratives by exploring intricate inter-state linkages and commercialization. Delve into how princes, paddy fields, and bustling bazaars shaped an interconnected Asian economic past. Essential for scholars, students of economic history, and enthusiasts of India’s pre-colonial trade and development. Gain a richer understanding of the forces that built a dynamic regional world-economy.