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The Journey to the East 17th and 18th century German travel books as sources of study

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Title

The Journey to the East 17th and 18th century German travel books as sources of study

Description

German travel books from the 17th and 18th centuries offer valuable insights into how Europeans viewed the East, including Southeast Asia. These writings reflect curiosity, misunderstandings, and sometimes admiration for local cultures, while also revealing the mindset of early European travelers. As historical sources, they help trace changing ideas and impressions shaped by trade, religion, and exploration.

Creator

E.U. Kratz

Source

Journal of the Malaysian Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society,56,part 1.1981.p.65-81.
DS591 RASMJ 1981

Date

1981

Contributor

harith

Type

Journal Article