Early Travels In India, 1583-1619 (1921) - William Foster - Bog

Early Travels In India, 1583-1619 is a book written by William Foster and published in 1921. The book is a collection of first-hand accounts of European travelers who visited India during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The travelers include merchants, missionaries, and adventurers who came from England, Portugal, and Italy. The book is divided into three parts, each containing a series of narratives that provide a unique insight into the social, cultural, and political conditions of India during that period. The first part covers the travels of the English merchants who visited India in search of trade opportunities. The second part focuses on the Portuguese travelers who arrived in India with the aim of spreading Christianity. The third part describes the journeys of Italian travelers who were interested in exploring the natural wonders of India. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the early encounters between Europe and India, and sheds light on the historical, cultural, and economic factors that shaped the relationship between the two regions. Overall, Early Travels In India, 1583-1619 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India and its interactions with the rest of the world during the early modern period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.