Far East and the English Imagination, 1600–1730

Discover the captivating exploration of the East in Robert Markley's Far East and the English Imagination, 1600–1730. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2009, this insightful paperback spans 328 pages and delves into how the English literary giants of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, including Milton, Dryden, Defoe, and Swift, engaged with the complexities of a world where England was often marginalized. Markley challenges traditional Eurocentric narratives, illuminating the rich cultural exchanges between England and the Eastern empires of China, Japan, and the Spice Islands. This book is essential for anyone interested in English literature, history, and criticism, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate relationships that shaped the English imagination during this transformative period. Enhance your understanding of this fascinating era and its literary contributions with this thought-provoking work.