Sept. 2, 2026
SPECIAL SERIES: A Tale of Three Tribes in Dutch Formosa – Ep 3
John Ross and Scott Crawford continue their ten-part read-along of Chen Yao-Chang’s historical novel A Tale of Three Tribes in Dutch Formosa. In Episode 3, covering Chapters 9–16, the story moves through the years 1649–1651. Maria Hambroeck is settling into life in Formosa, while Uma’s Dutch education brings new opportunities but also raises questions about the changes taking place in Siraya society. Meanwhile, Chen Ze is making his way in the Chinese maritime world.
Read along with us as we work our way through A Tale of Three Tribes in Dutch Formosa. You can buy the book from the Plum Rain Press website:
Paperback / Collector’s Edition:
A Tale of Three Tribes in Dutch Formosa – paperback