Chinese Indentured Labour in the Dutch East Indies, 18801942

Focusing on the unique evolution of Chinese indentured labor in the Dutch East Indies from 1880 to 1942, the book examines its distinct characteristics compared to other bonded labor forms in Southeast Asia. It highlights specific terminology used within the Chinese context and draws on extensive fieldwork in the tin islands of Bangka and Belitung, as well as Deli plantations in Sumatra. Utilizing diverse archival materials from various locations, this research aims to enhance our historical understanding of the indenture system.