The Indian Archipelago, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint): Its History and Present State - Couverture souple
Synopsis
A sweeping look at piracy, empire, and commerce across the Indonesian archipelago
This volume traces a wide history of piracy in the region, from Mindanao and the Philippines to Borneo, Sulu, and beyond. It explains how roaming fleets, mixed with vagrant chiefs and enslaved peoples, disrupted trade and shaped coastlines, towns, and politics for generations. The narrative also links these sea raiders to the larger pattern of European rule, warfare, and diplomacy that followed.
You’ll read about the Renegade fleets, their tactics at sea, and the way pirate communities moved, re-armed, and regathered every monsoon season. The text describes how Dutch and British interests interacted with local rulers, and how places like Singapore and Malacca rose or declined in importance under colonial influence. The book also surveys Java’s administration under Dutch rule, its peasant life, justice systems, and evolving economy, alongside brief portraits of Sumatra, Celebes, and other settlements.
What you’ll experience
- An integrated view of piracy’s reach across islands and seas, and its impact on trade.
- Explanations of how colonial powers shaped governance, ports, and regional diplomacy.
- Profiles of major centers and their changing fortunes, from Singapore’s rise to Malacca’s decline.
- A grounded sense of the people, places, and practices that defined this era.
Ideal for readers of maritime history, colonial-era politics, and the long reach of piracy in Southeast Asia.
The narrative offers a careful, survey-style portrait of a complex region, where commerce, war, and law intersect across many cultures. It presents a historical panorama suitable for both curious newcomers and readers seeking a detailed, documentary account of the Archipelago's past.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the annals of the Dutch East India Company, a colossal commercial enterprise that wielded immense power in the Indonesian archipelago during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author paints a vivid picture of the company's turbulent history, marked by conquests, insurrections, and diplomatic machinations. The book analyzes the complex political landscape of Java, where the Dutch navigated a web of alliances and rivalries among local rulers. It sheds light on the brutal Chinese massacre of 1740, a pivotal event that ignited widespread rebellion against Dutch rule. Moreover, the book explores the economic strategies of the Dutch, their relentless pursuit of monopolies in nutmeg, pepper, and other lucrative commodities. It examines the devastating impact of this mercantilist system on the indigenous populations, leading to forced labor, environmental degradation, and social upheaval. Ultimately, this book provides a gripping narrative of the rise and fall of the Dutch East India Company, offering insights into the complexities of colonialism, the clash of cultures, and the enduring legacy of European imperialism in Southeast Asia. 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 9781333228934_0
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