
Timothy J. Brook, “Mr. Selden’s Map of China: Decoding the Secrets of a Vanished Cartographer” (Bloomsbury, 2013)
New Books in East Asian Studies
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Mapping Cross-Cultural Dialogues
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between Michael Shin and historical figures involved in the Jesuit translation of Confucius's works, set against the backdrop of their interactions with English royalty. It delves into the cultural exchanges of 17th century Oxford, focusing on the Selden map's impact and the collaboration between an Englishman and a Chinese scholar amid challenges of translation and interpretation.
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