Century Eastern WondersCenturies ago, the lucrative spice trade compelled the prosperous nations of the world toexplore alternate routes to the sources of these precious goods. These nations took to the seas toseek out exotic lands. This led to the discovery of the famed Spice Islands where the most valuablespices of the world were found. This discovery also led to further exploration, competition. andlater, war! During this time of prosperity and opportunity, you find