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A Resounding Failure: Martin and the French in Siam, 1672-1693 (Treasures from the Past)

Michael Smithies

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Description:Initially seeking converts and trade, the French presence in 17th-century Siam turned into a classic colonial adventure, with troops sent to occupy, by force if necessary, the most important ports of Bangkok and Mergui. Francois Martin, from his unique viewpoint as director of the French trading outpost at Pondichery on the coast of India, provides a careful analysis of the motives of the persons involved in the French colonizing venture. Michael Smithies has skillfully translated and assembled all the references to Siam from Martin's Memoirs, linking the segments with his own knowledgeable commentary to present a detailed picture of the unfolding tragedy.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with A Resounding Failure: Martin and the French in Siam, 1672-1693 (Treasures from the Past). To get started finding A Resounding Failure: Martin and the French in Siam, 1672-1693 (Treasures from the Past), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Pages: 156

Format: PDF, EPUB & Kindle Edition

Publisher: —

Release: 1998

ISBN: 9747100711

Description: Initially seeking converts and trade, the French presence in 17th-century Siam turned into a classic colonial adventure, with troops sent to occupy, by force if necessary, the most important ports of Bangkok and Mergui. Francois Martin, from his unique viewpoint as director of the French trading outpost at Pondichery on the coast of India, provides a careful analysis of the motives of the persons involved in the French colonizing venture. Michael Smithies has skillfully translated and assembled all the references to Siam from Martin's Memoirs, linking the segments with his own knowledgeable commentary to present a detailed picture of the unfolding tragedy.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with A Resounding Failure: Martin and the French in Siam, 1672-1693 (Treasures from the Past). To get started finding A Resounding Failure: Martin and the French in Siam, 1672-1693 (Treasures from the Past), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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