The Early Dutch Sinologists (1854-1900) (2 vols), Training in Holland and China, Functions in the Netherlands Indies (Sinica Leidensia)

In The early Dutch Sinologists Koos Kuiper gives a detailed account of the studies and work of the 24 Dutchmen trained as interpreters for the Netherlands Indies before 1900. Many primary sources give a fascinating picture of personal cross-cultural contacts.