"Discovered but Forgotten: The Maldives in Chinese History, c. 1100-1620" by Bin Yang explores the pivotal role of the Maldives in medieval trade networks and its interactions with imperial China. Utilizing lesser-known Chinese sources, the book diversifies the understanding of Maldivian history while exposing how this remote archipelago influenced Chinese state-building and maritime activities. By examining these interactions through a cross-regional lens, Yang highlights the unique relationship between China and the Maldives during a critical period in the Indian Ocean's historical narrative, broadening perspectives on both regional interconnections and global history in medieval times.
This book aims to kill three birds with one stone: enrich understanding of Maldivian history, illustrate Sino-Maldivian interactions, and showcase China's maritime activities.
The Maldives, situated in the Indian Ocean, emerged as a key outpost for China's maritime influence during a significant two-century period of engagement.
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