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Zheng He : tracing the epic voyages of China's greatest explorer / Michael Yamashita

This study documents Admiral Zheng He's 15th-century maritime voyages from Ming-dynasty China across Southeast Asia, India, and Africa. Contemporary photography is used to trace historical routes and examine the cultural and commercial impact of these expeditions.

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