Chau Ju-Kua: His Work on the Chinese and Arab Trade in the Twelfth and Thirteenth Centuries, Entitled Chu-Fan-Chi
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book presents a translation and analysis of a significant historical document detailing trade between China and the Arab world in the 12th and 13th centuries. The work, originally compiled by Chau Ju-Kua, offers a unique window into the economic and cultural exchanges of the period. Hirth and Rockhill's scholarly efforts provide context and translation, making this ancient text accessible to modern readers interested in medieval trade routes and the history of Chinese and Arab interactions.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Translation of Chau Ju-Kua's 'Chu-fan-chï' (Record of Foreign Peoples).
- Detailed examination of Chinese and Arab trade in the 12th and 13th centuries.
- Information on goods, commodities, and trade practices of the era.
- Geographical descriptions of trading ports and regions.
- Insights into the cultural and economic relationships between China and the Arab world.
- Scholarly introduction and annotations by translators Friedrich Hirth and William Woodville Rockhill.
- Historical context for understanding medieval global trade networks.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This scholarly work is recognized for its historical significance in documenting early Sino-Arab trade relations. The meticulous translation and annotation by Hirth and Rockhill provide essential context for understanding the 'Chu-fan-chï'. Its value lies in offering primary source material for historians and economists studying medieval trade routes and cross-cultural interactions. The reproduction aims to preserve this important historical record despite potential imperfections from its original artifact.
Page Count:
308
Publication Date:
2010-01-01
Publisher:
Nabu Press
ISBN-10:
1176371347
ISBN-13:
9781176371347
Non-Fiction
History
Middle East
Maritime history
Asia
Trade
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