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Diary of Richard Cocks, Cape-Merchant in the English Factory in Japan, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): 1615 1622; With Correspondence - Couverture souple
Synopsis
A window into early 17th‑century global trade and diplomacy, told through a shipboard diary. This nonfiction collection presents the day‑to‑day workings, plans, and adventures of an English merchant in Japan, with letters and correspondence that reveal the challenges of cross‑cultural exchange, navigation, and diplomacy in a turbulent era.
The diary chronicles life around Firando and Cochi, detailing shipments, political meetings, ship arrivals, and the daily routines of merchants and mariners. It offers firsthand glimpses of how trade routes linked Java, the Philippines, Malacca, Canton, and beyond, and how local rulers and foreign powers interacted with English traders.
What you’ll experience
- Firsthand entries on ship movements, arrivals, and cargoes in 1615–1622
- Descriptions of negotiations, gifts, and tensions between English merchants and local authorities
- References to letters, correspondence, and the flow of information across continents
- A vivid sense of life at sea and in port towns during a formative era of global trade
Ideal for readers of maritime history, colonial diaries, and early English diplomacy in Asia.
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Diary of Richard Cocks, Cape-Merchant in the English Factory in Japan, Vol. 1
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the early days of English trade in Japan, specifically during the first quarter of the 17th century. The author, through meticulously edited diary entries and correspondence, brings to life the struggles and triumphs of the English East India Company's presence in the Far East. The book delves into the intricate dynamics of the English factory at Firando, revealing the complexities of navigating Japanese politics, culture, and the competition posed by their Dutch rivals. We encounter a cast of fascinating characters, including William Adams, the pioneering English sailor who established a unique connection with the Japanese elite. The author highlights the challenges faced by the English, who sought to establish a profitable trading network while grappling with political uncertainties, religious tensions, and the shifting landscape of Japanese power. We witness the changing fortunes of the English factory, from its initial promise to the ultimate failure of securing permanent trading privileges. The book offers a unique perspective on the interactions between East and West during this transformative era, providing an intimate look at the complexities of cultural exchange and the ambition for global trade. It ultimately reveals the intricate and often volatile forces at play during this period of early globalization. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781333119942_0
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Diary of Richard Cocks, CapeMerchant in the English Factory in Japan, Vol 1 1615 1622 With Correspondence Classic Reprint
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Diary of Richard Cocks, CapeMerchant in the English Factory in Japan, Vol 1 1615 1622 With Correspondence Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333119942
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