Historical Atlas of Jakarta (Atlas Sejarah Jakarta)

By Adolf Heuken SJ
Publisher: Yayasan Cipta Loka Caraka

Product Features:

• Author: Adolf Heuken SJ
• Language: Indonesian
• Publisher: Yayasan Cipta Loka Caraka, Jakarta
• Format: Hardcover
• Printing: 2014 edition, 22nd printing
• Pages 144
• Hardcover
• Content: Detailed maps, historical commentary, and illustrations of Jakarta's history

Overview:

The Historical Atlas of Jakarta (Atlas Sejarah Jakarta), written by renowned scholar Adolf Heuken SJ, offers an in-depth exploration of the rich and complex history of Jakarta. This atlas presents a comprehensive collection of maps, documents, and illustrations that trace the development of Jakarta from its prehistoric times, through the era of the Dutch East India Company (VOC), and into modern-day Indonesia. The text not only covers key historical events but also includes details on the formation of Batavia, the rise of Sunda Kelapa, and Jakarta’s transformation during World War II and the Indonesian Independence Movement.

Interesting Facts:

• Extensive Timeline: The atlas spans from prehistoric times through to 2000, covering crucial historical periods such as VOC control, Dutch colonization, Japanese occupation, and Indonesian independence.
• Comprehensive Mapping: It includes detailed maps showing the geological formation of Jakarta, international trade routes through Sunda Kelapa, and key military strategies such as the sieges by Sultan Agung.
• Colonial Era Focus: The atlas features maps and records from the VOC's height in the 17th and 18th centuries, including notable events like the Chinese massacre of 1740 and the development of Tanjung Priok port.
• Cultural Significance: Heuken’s work is widely regarded for its meticulous documentation of Jakarta’s urban development, particularly in the context of Southeast Asian history.

Publishers:

• Yayasan Cipta Loka Caraka
  Address: Jl. Moh. Yamin 37, Jakarta 10310
  Tel: (021) 31924856
  Email: heukendnet.net.id

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