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

Early Modern East Asia: War, Commerce, and Cultural Exchange
ISBN-10
1315282798
ISBN-13
9781315282794
Category
Social Science
Pages
244
Language
English
Published
2017-11-14
Publisher
Routledge
Authors
Tonio Andrade, Kenneth M. Swope

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 benefi ts 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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