Diary of Richard Cocks, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Cape-Merchant in the English Factory in Japan, 1615-1622; With Correspondence - Couverture souple

Richard Cocks

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ISBN 10 : 1332008879 ISBN 13 : 9781332008872

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Daily life, diplomacy, and danger unfold in a 17th‑century English factory in Japan.

This edition compiles the diary records of Richard Cocks from 1615 to 1622, offering a vivid, on‑the‑ground view of early English trade in Japan. It pairs personal entries with ongoing correspondence, capturing the pressures of navigating local rulers, rival traders, and dangerous sea routes, all while pursuing valuable shipments to China and Bantam.

See daily routines at Cochie and Firando, from trading tallies to payment in varied currencies.
Watch how English merchants interact with Japanese authorities, deal with captains, and manage prisoners and security.
Follow the twists of maritime politics, ship movements, and cross‑cultural exchange in a dynamic early modern world.
Trace the practicalities of melting and refining plate, transporting goods, and bargaining across cultures.

Ideal for readers of maritime history, early modern trade, and Japan–Europe encounters, who want a ground‑level view of commerce, diplomacy, and risk at the dawn of sustained contact.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332008879
ISBN 13: 9781332008872
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 379
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Diary of Richard Cocks, Vol. 2: Cape-Merchant in the English Factory in Japan

Richard Cocks

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1332008879 ISBN 13 : 9781332008872

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the life of a 17th-century English merchant in Japan. Through the authorâ� �s meticulously kept diary, readers are transported to a world of bustling trade, political intrigue, and cultural exchange. The author, Richard Cocks, a key figure in the East India Companyâ� �s operations in Japan, records his daily observations and interactions, providing a firsthand account of the social and economic landscape of the time. The book delves into the complexities of cross-cultural communication, the challenges of navigating a foreign land, and the intricate web of alliances and rivalries that characterized the commercial world of the period. The diary reveals a fascinating world of merchant networks, diplomatic maneuvering, and the constant struggle to maintain a balance of power between the English, Dutch, Chinese, and Japanese. Through Cocksâ� �s detailed entries, the reader gains an intimate understanding of the daily routines of a foreign trader, his observations on Japanese customs and beliefs, and his insights into the political dynamics of the era. This book stands as a valuable historical document, shedding light on the early days of English involvement in Japan and offering a compelling portrait of a remarkable individual navigating a world of both opportunity and danger. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332008872_0

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