It takes the average reader 20 hours and 2 minutes to read The Early Dutch Sinologists (1854-1900) by Koos Kuiper
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In The Early Dutch SinologistsKoos Kuiper gives a detailed account of the studies and work of the 24 Dutchmen trained as "interpreters" for the Netherlands Indies before 1900. Most began studying at Leiden University, then went to Amoy to study southern Chinese dialects. Their main functions were translating Dutch law into Chinese, advising the courts on Chinese law and checking Chinese accounts books, later also regulating coolie affairs. Actually their services were not always appreciated and there was not enough work for them; later many pursued other careers in the Indies administration or in scholarship. This study also analyses the three dictionaries they compiled. Based on a wealth of primary sources, it gives a fascinating picture of personal cross-cultural contacts.
The Early Dutch Sinologists (1854-1900) by Koos Kuiper is 1,184 pages long, and a total of 300,736 words.
This makes it 400% the length of the average book. It also has 368% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 27 hours and 23 minutes to read The Early Dutch Sinologists (1854-1900) aloud.
The Early Dutch Sinologists (1854-1900) is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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