Choisy, abbé François-Timoléon de. - Journal du voyage de Si - Lot 188

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Choisy, abbé François-Timoléon de. - Journal du voyage de Si - Lot 188
Choisy, abbé François-Timoléon de. - Journal du voyage de Siam fait en 1685 1686... Second edition. Paris, S. Mabre-Cramoisy, 1687. In-12, full damaged calf - [2 ff.], 651 pp., [1 p. privilege]. Second edition of the account of this embassy to the kingdom of Siam, whose aim was to convince King Narai to convert to Christianity. Despite the exchange of numerous gifts, it was a failure. Written in the form of a diary, the report is highly enjoyable. Curious about everything, the abbot recalls the ceremonies, the gigantic aquatic processions to the rhythm of bizarre music, visits to pagodas populated by golden idols, elephant hunts and fireworks. He records a multitude of observations on the customs of the locals. It also tells of the failed expedition to Australia and the coast of Java.
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