02780cam a22003733u 4500 46803 UtSlPG 20260610134056.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 G Cocks, Richard, -1624 Diary of Richard Cocks, Volume 1 : Cape-Merchant in the English Factory in Japan, 1615-1622, with Correspondence Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-09-07 Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Diary of Richard Cocks, Volume 1" by Richard Cocks is a historical account written in the early 17th century. The book offers an insightful diary chronicling the experiences of Richard Cocks, who served as a cape-merchant in the English factory established in Japan from 1615 to 1622. It illustrates the trials and tribulations of the English traders during their significant yet ultimately unsuccessful venture into Japanese trade, exploring themes of cross-cultural interaction, rivalry with Dutch traders, and the socio-political dynamics of Japan during this historical period. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces the context of the English trading settlement in Japan, discussing its location in Firando and the challenges it faces amidst competition from the Dutch. The initial entries detail daily activities, trading endeavors, and interactions with local Japanese officials, reflecting an earnest attempt to foster trade relations. Cocks records significant events including political upheavals, the shifting power dynamics among Japanese leaders, and personal dealings with local dignitaries, providing a vivid snapshot of life in early 17th-century Japan. The diary quickly establishes Cocks as a diligent yet sometimes contentious figure navigating a complex landscape of economic and cultural exchange. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified East India Company -- Early works to 1800 Cocks, Richard, -1624 -- Diaries Adams, William, 1564-1620 British -- Japan -- History -- 17th century Great Britain -- Commerce -- Japan -- Early works to 1800 Japan -- Commerce -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800 Thompson, Edward Maunde, Sir, 1840-1929 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46803 87642 87642