Timothy Brook
Historian specializing in world history, China, and other areas. Author of "Mr. Selden’s Map of China: Decoding the Secrets of a Vanished Cartographer."
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Jan 4, 2024 • 39min
Timothy Brook, "The Price of Collapse: The Little Ice Age and the Fall of Ming China" (Princeton UP, 2023)
Historian Timothy Brook discusses how the Little Ice Age and environmental disasters contributed to the fall of Ming China. He explores the link between climate change and market breakdowns, the impact of inflation on peasant households, and the influence of foreign trade on the Ming economy. The podcast highlights the role of environmental crises, peasant rebellions, and the entry of the Manchus in the collapse of the Ming Dynasty, drawing parallels to current climate change issues.
Nov 29, 2013 • 1h 15min
Timothy J. Brook, “Mr. Selden’s Map of China: Decoding the Secrets of a Vanished Cartographer” (Bloomsbury, 2013)
Timothy J. Brook, a historian specializing in Chinese history, explores the captivating world of Mr. Selden’s Map of China. He delves into its historical narrative, unraveling the cultural significance of this 17th-century artifact and its creator, John Selden. Brook highlights the complex interplay between East and West during a time of exploration and trade. The podcast also touches on intriguing themes like cartography's influence on international law and the peculiar stories surrounding figures like John Saris, revealing a tapestry of historical intrigue and intellectual exchange.
