A Voyage To Cochinchina, In The Years 1792 And 1793 (1806) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166487539)

A Voyage to Cochinchina is a travelogue written by John Barrow, an English explorer, in which he recounts his journey to Cochinchina (modern-day Vietnam) in the years 1792 and 1793. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his voyage, including descriptions of the people, culture, and geography of the region. Barrow's narrative also includes his encounters with the local rulers and his observations on their political systems, as well as his experiences with the natural environment and the challenges of navigating the treacherous waters of the South China Sea. The book is a fascinating historical document that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in the history of Southeast Asia.Containing A General View Of The Valuable Productions And The Political Importance Of This Flourishing Kingdom.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.

Author: John Barrow
ISBN-10: 1166487539
ISBN-13: 9781166487539
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 512
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.51lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.03d