Srivijaya: Power, Trade and Faith in Indonesia’s First Maritime Empire

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Herald van der Linde
2026. Monsoon Books.
Paperback, 19.81×12.9 cm, 432 pages
ISBN 9781915310682

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An immersive historical account that explores the rise and significance of Srivijaya, the formidable maritime civilization that once commanded Southeast Asian trade networks. The text details how the empire leveraged its strategic grip on the Strait of Malacca to amass commercial dominance, facilitating cultural exchanges and supporting major Buddhist establishments like Borobudur. Through an engaging narrative of merchants, monks, rulers, and naval conflicts, the book sheds light on an influential yet often overlooked chapter of early Indonesian history up until its eventual pressures and transformation.

Weight 388 g
Dimensions 19.81 × 12.9 × 0.0 cm

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