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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THE THESIS
This work reconstructs the global trade networks of the 12th and 13th centuries through the lens of Chinese maritime commerce. Chau Ju-Kua, a customs official in Quanzhou, meticulously documented the goods, peoples, and regions involved in trade between China and the Arab world. The book presents his original writings, translated and annotated by scholars Friedrich Hirth and William Woodville Rockhill, offering a foundational resource for understanding medieval economic history and cross-cultural exchange.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Detailed descriptions of commodities traded between China and the Arab world, including their origins and uses.
- Information on various foreign peoples, their customs, and their geographical locations as observed by Chau Ju-Kua.
- Insights into the maritime routes and ports crucial for 12th and 13th-century trade.
- Scholarly annotations and translations by Friedrich Hirth and William Woodville Rockhill, providing historical context and linguistic clarification.
- A foundational text for the study of medieval Chinese and Arab economic and cultural interactions.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This work is recognized by scholars as a significant contribution to the understanding of historical trade. Its preservation and republication underscore its importance in the knowledge base of civilization. The text is considered essential for those studying medieval economic history and cross-cultural exchange between China and the Arab world. The scholarly annotations provide crucial context for interpreting the primary source material.
Page Count:
310
Publication Date:
2021-09-09
Publisher:
Creative Media Partners, LLC
ISBN-10:
1013300866
ISBN-13:
9781013300868
History
Non-Fiction
Chinese History
Primary Source
Trade History
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