Phaulcon The Adventurer Or The Europeans In The East

Phaulcon The Adventurer Or The Europeans In The East: A Romantic Biography is a book written by William Dalton and published in 1862. The book is a biographical account of Constantine Phaulkon, a Greek adventurer who rose to power in the court of the King of Siam in the 17th century. Phaulkon became a trusted advisor to the king and played a significant role in shaping the politics and economy of the kingdom. The book explores Phaulkon's life, his rise to power, and his eventual downfall. It also provides a glimpse into the lives of Europeans in the East during this period. The book is a romantic biography that combines historical facts with fictional elements to create a compelling narrative. It is a fascinating account of a lesser-known historical figure and provides insight into the cultural and political landscape of Southeast Asia in the 17th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.