Maritime Taiwan: Historical Encounters with the East and the West: Historical Encounters with the East and the West : Historical Encounters with the East and the West (East Gate Books)

by Shih-ShanHenryTsai (Author)

• New

  Illustrated
  2009

  $181.72

  For centuries the island of Taiwan has been a crossroads for traders and settlers from around the world. Unlike China, with its tradition of keeping foreigners out, Taiwan has a long history of interaction, both hostile and friendly, with other seafaring nations near and far. This title captures the drama and details of this remarkable history.