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George Bailey Sansom
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Stanford
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A History of Japan, 1615-1867
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This book would be a great read for anyone interested in the political and social development of Japan during the Tokugawa Shogunate. The author provides a comprehensive overview of this period, including the government's efforts to maintain the peace, increase production, and resist Western pressure to open up the country. Readers will appreciate the detailed descriptions and factual accounts, as well as the author's pragmatic interpretations and comparisons with other cultures.
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Ronald G. Knapp
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University
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Hawaii
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House Home Family : Living and Being Chinese
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Drawing on the work of leading scholars in the fields of anthropology, architecture, art, art history, geography, and history, House Home Family explores and analyzes the functional, social, and symbolic attributes of Chinese dwellings. It goes beyond generalization to clarify the diverse nature of house, home, and family in China, exploring such topics as the Chinese garden as an integral part of living, house-building ritual and fengshui, architectural aesthetics, the inter-relatedness of furniture and architecture, preservation of historical structures, the structure and development of the family (jia), gender and household space, the role of lineage in the construction of ritual and social space, the function and meaning of the architectural division of space, and domestic space and privacy. The Chinese house, the elementary space in which a family lives and works, resonates the tensions between continuity and innovation that characterize China today. As a dynamic instrument of socialization and a domain of propriety, its "inner" and "outer" spaces as well as ornamentation and ritual helped shape the identity of the Chinese and simultaneously serve as a reflection of this identity. This inaugural volume in the series Spatial Making and Meaning in Asia’s Vernacular Architecture contains more than five hundred illustrations, most in color and including a number of rare drawings that demonstrate the richness of domestic architecture and living patterns in traditional and contemporary China. Through its exploration of how Chinese families are organized and why Chinese construct their living spaces the way they do, this carefully researched, convincingly argues, and refreshingly insightful book yields a deeper and wider understanding of what it means to live and be Chinese. Nancy Berliner, Maggie Bickford, Francesca Bray, Myron L. Cohen, David Faure, James Flath, Wen Fong, Puaypeng Ho, Nancy Jervis, Ronald G. Knapp, Cary Liu, Kai-Yin Lo, Nancy Shatzman Steinhardt, Joseph Wang, Yan Yunxiang.
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Gilbert Rozman
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Princeton
University
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The East Asian Region : Confucian Heritage and Its Modern Adaptation
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This book provides insight into the history and transformation of Confucian values in East Asia over the past 2,000 years. It is recommended for those with an interest in East Asian history and culture, specifically Confucianism, and how it has adapted in modern times. The book offers a broad historical context and expert analysis for readers to deepen their understanding of this complex topic.
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Bill Hayton
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Yale
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The South China Sea : The Struggle for Power in Asia
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If you have an interest in international relations or geopolitical strategy, "The South China Sea: The Struggle for Power in Asia" will grip you with its detailed dive into one of the world's most tense and critical regions. Bill Hayton brings the disputes to life, helping you understand the myriad of interests clashing over this pivotal maritime territory. The stakes are high here – control over vital trade routes, national security concerns, and the potential for conflict amongst global powers – which makes this book not just informative but also a compelling read for anyone keen to grasp the complex dynamics shaping our world's political landscape.
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Peter Yung
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Oxford
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Xinjiang, The Silk Road - Islam's Overland Route To China
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This book is perfect for anyone who loves immersive travel stories. The captivating photographs and detailed descriptions make readers feel like they are right there, experiencing the journey themselves. The book also provides a fascinating glimpse into the diverse cultures and peoples that make up the Xinjiang region.
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Graham Parkes
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University
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Chicago
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Nietzsche and Asian Thought
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This book is recommended for readers who are interested in exploring philosophical perspectives on Nietzsche's work from cultures beyond the Anglo-American traditions. The essays by internationally renowned scholars provide valuable insights into the impact and influence of Nietzsche's ideas on Asian philosophies in India, China, and Japan. The unique feature of this book is that it highlights cross-cultural connections and cultivates new perspectives, making it a must-read for anyone interested in a diverse and global approach to philosophy.
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Donald F. Lach
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University
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Chicago
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Asia in the Making of Europe: The Century of Discovery v.1
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"Asia in the Making of Europe" is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars and anyone interested in the cultural exchange between Asia and Europe. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the profound influence of Asian societies on Western culture during the sixteenth century. The author has meticulously sifted through virtually every European reference to Asia published in that century, providing a detailed survey of Asian life and society and its reflection in European literature and art. This monumental achievement provides a balanced perspective of world history while offering new insights into the complex dynamics of cultural exchange.
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Anthony Reid
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Yale
University
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Southeast Asia in the Age of Commerce, 1450-1680 : Volume One: The Lands below the Winds
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This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the changes that occurred in Southeast Asia between the fifteenth and mid-seventeenth centuries, a time when the region was integrated into the global trade system. The author provides a vivid portrayal of the physical, material, cultural, and social structures of the region, and explores how the spice trade facilitated significant changes in urbanization, commercialization, state structure, and belief. This book would be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of global trade on Southeast Asia and the forces that shaped the region during this time.
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Ben Kiernan
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Yale
University
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The Pol Pot Regime : Race, Power and Genocide in Cambodia Under the Khmer Rouge, 1975-79
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Recommendation: This book provides a comprehensive and well-researched account of the Khmer Rouge revolution and the genocide that followed. It offers insights into the ideological motivations behind the Khmer Rouge's rise to power and the horrific consequences of their policies. This book would be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the history of Cambodia or the nature of totalitarian regimes.
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et al Chan, Anita
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University
Of
California
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Chen Village - The Recent History Of A Peasant Community In Mao's China
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Recommendation: If you're interested in learning about the daily realities of peasants' lives as they navigated through the tumultuous changes in China under Mao's regime, Chen Village is a must-read. The book provides an authentic account of how peasants endured and flourished despite the obstacles placed before them, offering a unique insight into China's modern history.
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This book provides a detailed account of Taiwan's political history, exploring the multiple identities that have shaped the island's past and present. It offers a unique perspective on Taiwan's ongoing struggle for security, making it a must-read for anyone interested in East Asian politics and history.
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Kandice Chuh, Karen Shimakawa |
Duke
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Orientations : Mapping Studies in the Asian Diaspora
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Orientations offers insightful perspectives on the intersections of Asian diaspora, globalization, and postcolonialism. The essays within the book delve into various issues such as the strategies of Filipino immigrants enacting an Asian American identity and the role of Asian Americans within U.S. racial politics. The contributors provide a deep understanding of the complexities of Asian diaspora in contemporary society and how race and globalization intersect with it.
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R. Michael Feener, Joshua Gedacht |
Edinburgh
University
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Challenging Cosmopolitanism : Coercion, Mobility and Displacement in Islamic Asia
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This book provides a critical perspective on Islamic cosmopolitanism, exploring its darker shades of power, violence, and economic control. Through new historical and ethnographic research, it contextualizes contemporary issues such as the global refugee crisis in relation to longer histories of Muslim mobility and coercion. A must-read for those interested in a nuanced understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.
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Bill Hayton
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Yale
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Vietnam : Rising Dragon
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"Vietnam: Rising Dragon" is a captivating and enlightening read that sheds light on the many complexities of Vietnam's development. The book examines the social, economic, political, cultural, and historical factors influencing the country. Hayton's personal accounts offer an immersive experience for readers looking to learn more about Vietnam's urban and street life, cultural heritage, and their uniquely structured government. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring a detailed account of Vietnam's emergence as a rising Asian power.
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Richard Madsen, Jonathan Unger, Anita Chan |
University
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California
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Chen Village : Revolution to Globalization
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This book would be a good read for those interested in China's transformation from a Maoist village to a modern-day industrial center. It provides an in-depth account of how a once-impoverished village became a hub of China's export industry. The book's unique feature is its ability to encapsulate the continuous transformation of rural China from revolution to globalization. Readers can expect to gain insight into China's social, political, and economic changes over the last few decades.
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Elizabeth C. Economy
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Oxford
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The Third Revolution : Xi Jinping and the New Chinese State
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The Third Revolution could be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the political and economic transformation underway in China under Xi Jinping's leadership. The book covers a wide range of topics including corruption, innovation, environmental concerns, and global presence, providing an in-depth analysis of each. This book is recommended for readers who are interested in understanding China's standing in global affairs and how China's evolution will impact the world in the future.
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Henk Schulte Nordholt
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Singapore
University
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Locating Southeast Asia : Geographies of Knowledge and Politics of Space
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Southeast Asia has never formed a unified political realm nor has it ever developed a cultural or civilizational unity. The present volume brings together observations about "Southeast Asia" drawn from a number of regional and disciplinary perspectives. The authors look at the region from the standpoint of Thailand and the Philippines, Singapore and Hong Kong, Japan and the Asian mainland, the South China Sea and the seacoasts of the region. They also consider the significance of borders and of a monetary network, of transnational flows of people, goods and information, and of knowledge in shaping Southeast Asia both for its residents and in the eyes of a wider world.
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Ken-ichi Sasaki
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National
University
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Singapore
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Asian Aesthetics
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This book would be a good read for those who are curious about the artistic traditions and aesthetics of various Asian cultures. Through expert analysis and insights from specialists in different fields, it offers a comprehensive understanding of the commonalities and distinctive features of Asian aesthetics. Whether you are passionate about art, interested in philosophy, or simply fascinated by different cultures, this book will take you on a journey to explore the rich and diverse world of Asian aesthetics.
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Peter N. Gregory
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University
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Hawaii
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Tsung-mi and the Sinification of Buddhism
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This study of Tsung-mi is part of the Studies in East Asian Buddhism series. Author Peter Gregory makes extensive use of Japanese secondary sources, which complements his work on the complex Chinese materials that form the basis of the study.
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Patricia Buckley Ebrey, Kwang-ching Liu |
Cambridge
University
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The Cambridge Illustrated History of China
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More populous than any other country on earth, China also occupies a unique place in our modern world for the continuity of its history and culture. In this sumptuously illustrated single-volume history, noted historian Patricia Ebrey traces the origins of Chinese culture from prehistoric times to the present. She follows its development from the rise of Confucianism, Buddhism, and the great imperial dynasties to the Mongol, Manchu, and Western intrusions and the modern communist state. Her scope is phenomenal--embracing Chinese arts, culture, economics, society and its treatment of women, foreign policy, emigration, and politics, including the key uprisings of 1919 and 1989 in Tiananmen Square. Both a comprehensive introduction to an extraordinary civilization, and an expert exploration of the continuities and disjunctures of Chinese history, Professor Ebrey's book has become an indispensable guide to China past and present. Patricia Ebrey is Professor of East Asian Studies and History and the author of Chinese Civilization: A Sourcebook (1993).
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Sudhir Vadaketh
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Hong
Kong
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Floating on a Malayan Breeze : Travels in Malaysia and Singapore
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What happens after a country splits apart? Forty-five years ago Singapore separated from Malaysia. Since then, the two countries have developed along their own paths. Malaysia has given preference to the majority Malay Muslims -- the bumiputera, or sons of the soil. Singapore, meanwhile, has tried to build a meritocracy -- ostensibly colour-blind, yet more encouraging perhaps to some Singaporeans than to others. How have these policies affected ordinary people? How do these two divergent nations now see each other and the world around them? Seeking answers to these questions, two Singaporeans set off to cycle around Peninsular Malaysia, armed with a tent, two pairs of clothes and a daily budget of three US dollars each. They spent 30 days on the road, cycling through every Malaysian state, and chatting with hundreds of Malaysians. Not satisfied, they then went on to interview many more people in Malaysia and Singapore. What they found are two countries that have developed economically but are still struggling to find their souls.
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John Heathershaw, Alexander A. Cooley |
Yale
University
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Dictators Without Borders : Power and Money in Central Asia
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A penetrating look into the unrecognized and unregulated links between autocratic regimes in Central Asia and centers of power and wealth throughout the WestWeak, corrupt, and politically unstable, the former Soviet republics of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan are dismissed as isolated and irrelevant to the outside world. But are they? This hard-hitting book argues that Central Asia is in reality a globalization leader with extensive involvement in economics, politics and security dynamics beyond its borders. Yet Central Asia’s international activities are mostly hidden from view, with disturbing implications for world security. Based on years of research and involvement in the region, Alexander Cooley and John Heathershaw reveal how business networks, elite bank accounts, overseas courts, third-party brokers, and Western lawyers connect Central Asia’s supposedly isolated leaders with global power centers. The authors also uncover widespread Western participation in money laundering, bribery, foreign lobbying by autocratic governments, and the exploiting of legal loopholes within Central Asia. Riveting and important, this book exposes the global connections of a troubled region that must no longer be ignored.
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Rodolphe De Koninck, Julie Drolet, Marc Girard |
National
University
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Singapore
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Singapore : An Atlas of Perpetual Territorial Transformation
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Since 1965, when it became a fully independent city-state, Singapore has been an effervescent laboratory of economic, social and environmental transformation and innovation. The government of the small island republlc, which currently covers about 720 sq km, has thoroughly transformed and extended the lands under its control to serve the needs and ambitions of its citizens. The systematic overhaul of the Singaporean environment reflects a deliberate policy of social transformation, a revolution controlled and monitored from above.While Singapore's achievements in the realm of economic and social development have been carefully observed, little has been said about the close connections between these accomplishments and territorial management. Based on an extended series of diachronic maps, this book illustrates the nature and depth of the territorial changes that have occurred since the early 1960s. The commentary that accompanies the maps shows how Singapore has used this ongoing territorial transformation to support its position in a globalized economy, and also as a tool of social and political management.
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Craig A. Lockard
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Oxford
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Southeast Asia in World History
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Here is a brief, well-written, and lively survey of the history of Southeast Asia from ancient times to the present, paying particular attention to the region's role in world history and the distinctive societies that arose in lands shaped by green fields and forests, blue rivers and seas. Craig Lockard shows how for several millennia Southeast Asians, living at the crossroads of Asia, enjoyed ever expanding connections to both China and India, and later developed maritime trading networks to the Middle East and Europe. He explores how the people of the region combined local and imported ideas to form unique cultures, reflected in such striking creations as Malay sailing craft, Javanese gamelan music, and batik cloth, classical Burmese and Cambodian architecture, and social structures in which women have often played unusually influential roles. Lockard describes colonization by Europeans and Americans between 1500 and 1914, tracing how the social, economic, and politicalframeworks inherited from the past, combined with active opposition to domination by foreign powers, enabled Southeast Asians to overcome many challenges and regain their independence after World War II. The book also relates how Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are now among the fastest growing economies in the world and play a critical role in today's global marketplace.
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Alexander Laban Hinton, Robert Jay Lifton |
University
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California
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Why Did They Kill? : Cambodia in the Shadow of Genocide
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Of all the horrors human beings perpetrate, genocide stands near the top of the list. Its toll is staggering: well over 100 million dead worldwide. Why Did They Kill? is one of the first anthropological attempts to analyze the origins of genocide. In it, Alexander Hinton focuses on the devastation that took place in Cambodia from April 1975 to January 1979 under the Khmer Rouge in order to explore why mass murder happens and what motivates perpetrators to kill. Basing his analysis on years of investigative work in Cambodia, Hinton finds parallels between the Khmer Rouge and the Nazi regimes. Policies in Cambodia resulted in the deaths of over 1.7 million of that country's 8 million inhabitants―almost a quarter of the population--who perished from starvation, overwork, illness, malnutrition, and execution. Hinton considers this violence in light of a number of dynamics, including the ways in which difference is manufactured, how identity and meaning are constructed, and how emotionally resonant forms of cultural knowledge are incorporated into genocidal ideologies.
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Anthony Yazaki, Rohan Mukherjee |
Oxford
University
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Poised for Partnership : Deepening India-Japan Relations in the Asian Century
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This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the India-Japan relationship and how to strengthen it further. The book covers a wide range of topics such as trade, investment, energy security, and global governance. The contributors offer insightful perspectives on their respective countries' interests, achievements, obstacles and propose concrete policies to ensure a lasting partnership. The book is a must-read for policymakers from both sides and anyone interested in the future of Asia.
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Sulmaan Wasif Khan
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Harvard
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Haunted by Chaos : China's Grand Strategy from Mao Zedong to XI Jinping
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Before the Chinese Communist Party came to power, China lay broken and fragmented. Today it is a force on the global stage, and yet its leaders have continued to be haunted by the past. Drawing on an array of sources, Sulmaan Wasif Khan chronicles the grand strategies that have sought not only to protect China from aggression but also to ensure it would never again experience the powerlessness of the late Qing and Republican eras.The dramatic variations in China's modern history have obscured the commonality of purpose that binds the country's leaders. Analyzing the calculus behind their decision making, Khan explores how they wove diplomatic, military, and economic power together to keep a fragile country safe in a world they saw as hostile. Dangerous and shrewd, Mao Zedong made China whole and succeeded in keeping it so, while the caustic, impatient Deng Xiaoping dragged China into the modern world. Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao served as cautious custodians of the Deng legacy, but the powerful and deeply insecure Xi Jinping has shown an assertiveness that has raised both fear and hope across the globe.For all their considerable costs, China's grand strategies have been largely successful. But the country faces great challenges today. Its population is aging, its government is undermined by corruption, its neighbors are arming out of concern over its growing power, and environmental degradation threatens catastrophe. A question Haunted by Chaos raises is whether China's time-tested approach can respond to the looming threats of the twenty-first century.
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Caroline S. Hau
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National
University
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Singapore
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The Chinese Question: Ethnicity, Nation, and Region in and Beyond the Philippines
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If you're fascinated by the interplay of cultural identities and how they influence national narratives, "The Chinese Question" could resonate with you. Caroline S. Hau delves into the evolving concepts of race, class, and ideology within the Philippines, framing it through the lens of the local Chinese community. This book might particularly appeal to those interested in ethnicity and regional dynamics in Southeast Asia, as it offers a profound exploration of what it means to belong and how heritage can shape an entire nation's perspective.
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Mikihiro Moriyama
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National
University
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Singapore
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Sundanese Print Culture and Modernity in 19th Century West Java
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Sundanese Print Culture and Modernity in 19th Century West Java traces the development of modern printed books written in Sundanese, the dominant language in West Java, Indonesia, and the mother tongue of about 30 million people.Starting with the 'discovery' of Sundanese by Europeans in the early 19th century, Mikihiro Moriyama follows the developments in the ensuing century when a small group of Dutch scholars and colonial officials reshaped the language and its literature over the next one hundred years. Schools taught Sundanese, and printed materials based on western concepts began to influence indigenous writing and oral tradition. The imposition of European standards of literary aesthetics shaped a modernity that rejected traditional knowledge in favour of rational and empirical paradigms. Interest in traditional poetry and its mythologies declined, and new forms of prose, including novels, captured the attention of the reading public. These materials promoted useful knowledge and morality, and encouraged deference and loyalty towards colonial authority.Early in the 20th century, the establishment of the Commissie voor de Inlandsche School- en Volkslectuur (Committee for Indigenous Schoolbooks and Popular Reading Books), a government-subsidised institution, provided the growing number of literate people in the Indies with 'good' and 'appropriate' reading materials. Its development marked the end of an era when Sundanese writing competed with Western-style schools and publications, and signalled the triumph of the new colonial modernity.
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Lai Ah Eng
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Oxford
University
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Meanings of Multiethnicity : Case-study of Ethnicity and Ethnic Relations in Singapore
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If you're intrigued by the complex tapestry of cultures in modern societies, this book provides a deep dive into Singapore's multiethnic landscape. Ah Eng Lai's meticulous study offers insights not just into how a diverse nation builds its collective identity, but also into the personal significance of ethnicity for individuals. Taking you from intimate, detailed ethnography to broader socio-political discussions, it carves out an understanding of ethnic relations that's both nuanced and highly relevant in today's world.
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