The Voyage Of Captain John Saris To Japan 1613

The Voyage of Captain John Saris to Japan 1613 is a historical account of the first English voyage to Japan in the early 17th century. Written by Ernest M. Satow, a renowned British diplomat and scholar of Japanese culture, the book chronicles the journey of Captain John Saris and his crew aboard the ship Clove as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific Ocean to reach the shores of Japan.The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the cultural and political landscape of Japan during the early 17th century, including the customs, traditions, and social norms of the Japanese people, as well as the political and economic systems of the country. Satow also explores the interactions between the English crew and the Japanese authorities, including the shogun and his court, and the challenges and obstacles they faced in establishing trade relations between the two countries.The Voyage of Captain John Saris to Japan 1613 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Japanese history and culture, as well as anyone interested in the history of international trade and diplomacy. It offers a unique perspective on the early interactions between England and Japan and sheds light on the complex cultural and political dynamics that shaped these interactions.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.