Mila Davids, Ann Heylen, Eric Berkers, Tim Riswick (eds.) (English Version)

Beschrijving

Mila Davids, Ann Heylen, Eric Berkers, Tim Riswick (eds.),

Since 1624 Taiwanese – Dutch Connections

Since 1624 is a book about centuries of connections between Taiwan and the

Netherlands. In 1624 Dutch pioneers set foot on Formosa and familiarized themselves

with its people. Reverend and merchant had led the way, naval guns and firearms had

cleared it. It was not an easy acquaintance. Half a globe revealed a world of differences.

Taiwan and the Netherlands would continue to meet in the following centuries.

Differences became visible, but also common ground and similarities. This book

describes some of those encounters. From the very beginning to the present day.

A group of international authors shows how two places on Earth became connected,

marveled at each other, and learned from each other. Twenty-five stories give a unique

view of long-term connections from a Taiwanese and Dutch perspective.

From Christianization to computer chips and from camphor wood and ethnic Siraya

plants to modern architecture and coastal defense. The contributions are grouped

around three themes: Water & Land, Culture, Language & People, and Business & Trade.

(See for the content:  https://since1624.info/)

The book is a must-read for anyone interested in well-known and lesser-known histories

of connections between Taiwan and the Netherlands since 1624.

Please note: Book will be available mid-June 2024.