 | Early Modern East Asia: War, Commerce, and Cultural Exchange Subjects: Area Studies; Humanities; Asian Studies; History; Asian Studies (General); Asian History; Imperial & Colonial History; Economic History; 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. . Kenneth M. Swope is a Professor in the Department of History at Southern Mississippi University, Hattiesburg, USA. Tonio Andrade is a Professor in the Department of History at Emory University, Atlanta, USA. |
