{"product_id":"9789493416604","title":"PRE-ORDER NOW Connected Worlds of Bruges (900-1550) by Jan Dumolyn","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e PRE-ORDER NOW - Published: 28\/05\/2026 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA visually stunning exploration of Bruges as a global crossroads: where art, trade, and culture shaped a world city.   Connected Worlds of Bruges (900-1550) reveals the city's long-standing place at the crossroads of global history. Far from being an isolated medieval town, Bruges has always thrived within a vast network of trade routes, cultural exchange, and political ties that stretched far beyond its borders.    Through a carefully curated selection of remarkable objects, each a testament to historical encounters across continents, this book tells a rich, mosaic-like story of interconnectedness. It invites readers to explore Bruges from fresh and unexpected angles, shedding light on how local and global dynamics have shaped the city's evolving identity as a world city.    Published to mark the festive opening of the new BRUSK museum in Bruges (Belgium) from 8 may to 6 September 2026. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56369545183605,"sku":"9789493416604","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789493416604.jpg?v=1763553583","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9789493416604","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}