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Encounters on the Opposite Coast: The Dutch East India Company and the Nayaka State of Madurai in the Seventeenth Century

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Explore 17th-century India in “Encounters on the Opposite Coast.” Discover the complex relationship between the Dutch East India Company and the Nayaka State of Madurai. Author Markus Vink reveals a story of trade, political intrigue, and cross-cultural interaction based on extensive archival research. Uncover a forgotten chapter in South Indian history. ISBN: 9789360803131

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789360803131
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 170 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9360803138
  • Publisher Date: 09 Feb 2024
  • Height: 60 mm
  • No of Pages: 782

23 reviews for Encounters on the Opposite Coast: The Dutch East India Company and the Nayaka State of Madurai in the Seventeenth Century

  1. Sarvesh Maruti Darade

    A valuable resource for any academic focusing on the Dutch East India Company, or South Indian history. A rewarding read.

  2. Shreyash Dadhich

    Interesting, but quite academic. Not for a casual read, but good if you’re doing serious research on the topic. Expect a slow pace.

  3. Sayantan Choudhury

    Incredible. Vink’s book should be a starting point for further study. I’m so glad to learn of this period.

  4. Anurag Kumar

    This was an extremely detailed and comprehensive look at a very specific part of history. Well researched and fascinating to read.

  5. Linu Jangid

    Fascinating subject matter! I enjoyed learning about the Dutch East India Company’s interactions in Madurai. The book is quite scholarly.

  6. Harshita Bansal

    Although well researched, I struggled to get through it due to the academic writing style.

  7. Mustaffa Sidiq Lone

    Excellent scholarship! Vink brings a forgotten piece of history to life. Highly recommended for scholars of the period.

  8. Anshul Yadav

    I’m so glad to learn of this period. Vink’s book should be a starting point for further study. Incredible.

  9. Shubham Kaushal

    I found it hard to stay engaged, the author’s deep knowledge, bit too focused on the details for my taste.

  10. Anjali P V

    For any academic focusing on the Dutch East India Company, or South Indian history. A rewarding read.

  11. Piyush

    This book offered great detail. It was at times difficult to follow, however, the information was thorough and helpful.

  12. Kiran Sudhakar More

    This book gave insight to the time period. It was however very dry and could have benefited from being easier to read.

  13. Aha Gupta

    The book gave insight to the time period. It was however very dry and could have benefited from being easier to read.

  14. Harshita Mehra

    Vink brings to life a forgotten piece of history with excellent scholarship. Recommended for scholars of the period.

  15. Abha Suman

    An in-depth study of the relations between the Dutch and the Nayaka state. It is a worthy source for researchers.

  16. Sameer Saurabh Kiro

    This book offered great detail. It was at times difficult to follow, however, the information was thorough and helpful. I learned a great deal.

  17. Prakhar Sethi

    Book offered great detail, at times difficult to follow. Thorough and helpful, overall.

  18. Suman

    A must-read for anyone interested in the Dutch East India Company or South Indian history. Vink provides a nuanced and insightful analysis.

  19. Rohan

    A bit too focused on the details for my taste. I found it hard to stay engaged, but I appreciated the author’s deep knowledge.

  20. Yash Raypa

    An amazing overview of historical documents related to Dutch/Indian relations. It is a must have if you are studying the topic.

  21. Gaurav Assnani

    The book offers an in-depth study of relations between the Dutch and the Nayaka state. Great for researchers.

  22. Kamlesh

    A detailed look at a niche topic. Vink’s research is impressive, but the writing can be a bit dense at times. Still, a valuable contribution to South Indian history.

  23. Rithik Saini

    This book was well researched, but I struggled to get through it due to the academic writing style.

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