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War, Trade and Piracy in the China Seas (1622-1683)
Author: Weichung Cheng
Year: 2013
Pages: 390
Format: PDF
File size: 16.8 Мб
Language: ENG



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War Trade and Piracy in the China Seas 1621-1683 is a historical narrative that explores the complex relationships between war, trade, and piracy in the China Seas during the 17th century. The book delves into the political, economic, and social factors that shaped these interactions and their impact on the region. It examines how the development of technology, particularly in shipbuilding and navigation, influenced the course of conflicts and the rise of powerful pirate fleets. Through this lens, the author offers a fresh perspective on the history of the region and highlights the importance of understanding the evolution of technology to appreciate the complexity of the period. The Plot: The story begins in the early 17th century, when the Ming dynasty in China was facing internal strife and foreign threats from European powers such as Portugal, Spain, and the Netherlands. As the Ming government weakened, regional warlords and pirates emerged to fill the power vacuum. These groups vied for control over the lucrative sea trade routes, leading to a series of conflicts that would last for decades. At the same time, European powers were establishing footholds in the region, seeking to exploit its resources and markets. The Dutch East India Company, in particular, played a significant role in the region's maritime trade, but also faced challenges from British and French rivals.
War Trade and Piracy in the China Seas 1621 - 1683 - исторический рассказ, исследующий сложные взаимосвязи между войной, торговлей и пиратством в Китайских морях в течение XVII века. Книга углубляется в политические, экономические и социальные факторы, которые сформировали эти взаимодействия и их влияние на регион. В нем рассматривается, как развитие технологий, особенно в судостроении и навигации, повлияло на ход конфликтов и рост могущественных пиратских флотов. Через эту линзу автор предлагает свежий взгляд на историю региона и подчеркивает важность понимания эволюции технологий, чтобы оценить сложность периода. История начинается в начале XVII века, когда династия Мин в Китае столкнулась с внутренними распрями и иностранными угрозами со стороны европейских держав, таких как Португалия, Испания и Нидерланды. Когда правительство Мин ослабло, появились региональные военачальники и пираты, чтобы заполнить вакуум власти. Эти группы соперничали за контроль над прибыльными морскими торговыми путями, что привело к серии конфликтов, которые продлились бы десятилетия. В то же время европейские державы создавали плацдармы в регионе, стремясь эксплуатировать его ресурсы и рынки. Голландская Ост-Индская компания, в частности, играла значительную роль в морской торговле региона, но также сталкивалась с вызовами со стороны британских и французских соперников.
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