Isbn: 9781333228934 - the indian archipelago, vol. 2 of 2 (classic reprint): its history and present state: its history and present state (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: 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.…