Before Orientalism

Discover the intricate tapestry of early Anglo-Indian cultural relations in Before Orientalism by Richmond Barbour. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2009, this insightful paperback spans 256 pages and delves into the fascinating dynamics of trade, tourism, and diplomacy during the 1500-1600s. Barbour expertly highlights the establishment of the East India Company and reveals the significant contrasts between travelers' accounts and the portrayals found in the London press and theatrical productions of the time. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the early modern period, Elizabethan literature, and the exoticism that shaped English drama. Enhance your understanding of history and criticism with this engaging exploration of cultural exchange and representation in Great Britain.