Asia - A Brief History of Indonesia: Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of Southeast Asia's Largest Nation (Brief History of Asia Series)

A Brief History of Indonesia: Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of Southeast Asia's Largest Nation (Brief History of Asia Series)

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Book Synopsis: Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of the World's Largest Archipelago Indonesia is by far the largest nation in Southeast Asia and has the fourth largest population in the world after the United States. Indonesian history and culture are especially relevant today as the Island nation is an emerging power in the region with a dynamic new leader. It is a land of incredible diversity and unending paradoxes that has a long and rich history stretching back a thousand years and more. Indonesia is the fabled "Spice Islands" of every school child's dreams--one of the most colorful and fascinating countries in history. These are the islands that Europeans set out on countless voyages of discovery to find and later fought bitterly over in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. This was the land that Christopher Columbus sought, and Magellan reached and explored. One tiny Indonesian island was even exchanged for the island of Manhattan in 1667! This fascinating history book tells the story of Indonesia as a narrative of kings, traders, missionaries, soldiers and revolutionaries, featuring rough sea crossings, fiery volcanoes, and the occasional tiger. It recounts the colorful visits of foreign travelers who have passed through these shores for many centuries--from Chinese Buddhist pilgrims and Dutch adventurers to English sea captains and American movie stars. For readers who want an entertaining introduction to Asia's most fascinating country, this is delightful reading.

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Discover the captivating history of Indonesia, a land of incredible diversity and unending paradoxes. As the largest nation in Southeast Asia, Indonesia has a long and rich history that stretches back over a thousand years. Now, you can explore the fascinating story of this archipelago with the book "A Brief History of Indonesia: Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis."

Uncover the tales of kings, traders, missionaries, soldiers, and revolutionaries that have shaped Indonesia's past. Experience the thrill of rough sea crossings, the awe-inspiring power of fiery volcanoes, and the occasional encounter with majestic tigers. From the legendary Spice Islands that Europeans fought over in the 15th-17th centuries to the exchange of a tiny Indonesian island for Manhattan in 1667, this book reveals the incredible adventures that unfolded in Indonesia.

Indonesia's history comes alive through the colorful visits of foreign travelers, including Chinese Buddhist pilgrims, Dutch adventurers, English sea captains, and even American movie stars. With its entertaining narrative and vibrant storytelling, "A Brief History of Indonesia" is the perfect introduction to Asia's most fascinating country.

Don't miss out on this captivating journey through Indonesia's past. Immerse yourself in the tales of sultans, spices, and tsunamis. Grab your copy of "A Brief History of Indonesia: Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis" today and embark on an adventure that will transport you to the enchanting world of Southeast Asia's largest nation.

Get your copy now and start exploring the incredible story of Indonesia!

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