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Early Modern East Asia: War, Commerce, and Cultural Exchange

By Kenneth M. Swope , Tonio Andrade

Book information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
2017
ISBN
1138235229, 9781138235229
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
21 MB (22380559 bytes)
Edition
Hardcover
Pages
244\256
Time added
2018-11-15 09:26:09

Description

This book presents a great deal of new primary research on a wide range of aspects of early modern East Asia. Focusing primarily on maritime connections, the book explores the importance of international trade networks, the implications of technological dissemination, and the often unforeseen consequences of missionary efforts. It demonstrates the benefits of a global history approach, outlining the complex interactions between Western traders and Asian states and entrepreneurs. Overall, the book presents much interesting new material on this complicated and understudied period.

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