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The Journal Of John Jourdain, 1608-1617, Describing His Experiences In Arabia, India And The Malay Archipelago

The Journal Of John Jourdain, 1608-1617, Describing His Experiences In Arabia, India And The Malay Archipelago

Jourdain, John
Foster, William

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Adventurers & ExplorersFiction AnthologiesIndia & South Asia

ISBN10: 1163302023
ISBN13: 9781163302026
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 480
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.97 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Journal of John Jourdain, 1608-1617 is a historical account of the travels and experiences of John Jourdain, an English merchant, during his time in Arabia, India, and the Malay Archipelago. The book is a compilation of Jourdain's personal journal entries, which provide a detailed and intimate portrayal of his daily life, interactions with locals, and observations of the culture and customs of the regions he visited.Jourdain's writings offer a unique perspective on the early European encounters with the peoples and lands of Asia, as he describes the various challenges and opportunities that he faced as a foreigner in these unfamiliar territories. He recounts his dealings with local rulers and merchants, his experiences with the diverse religious and ethnic communities he encountered, and his observations of the natural environment and wildlife of the regions he visited.The Journal of John Jourdain, 1608-1617 is a valuable historical document for scholars and enthusiasts of early modern European exploration and colonialism, as well as for those interested in the cultural and social history of Arabia, India, and the Malay Archipelago. The book provides a vivid and engaging account of one man's journey through these fascinating and complex regions, and offers a glimpse into the broader historical and cultural contexts of early modern European expansion and globalization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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