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Routledge Studies in the Modern History of Asia Séries

Cette série explore les transformations profondes qui ont remodelé l'Asie aux 19e et 20e siècles. Elle examine les guerres, les révolutions, l'industrialisation et les bouleversements politiques qui ont forgé l'histoire moderne du continent. Offrant des recherches approfondies sur les aspects économiques, politiques et sociaux de nations individuelles, ainsi que des analyses régionales plus larges, elle fournit des aperçus cruciaux. Cette collection est essentielle pour comprendre le passé et le présent dynamiques de l'Asie.

A Colonial Economy in Crisis
Xinjiang and the Expansion of Chinese Communist Power

  • Xinjiang and the Expansion of Chinese Communist Power

    Kashgar in the Early Twentieth Century

    • 288pages
    • 11 heures de lecture

    Focusing on the key city of Kashghar, the book delves into the history of Xinjiang and the Uighur society during the period surrounding the communist takeover. It utilizes a wealth of records from ordinary people, offering a unique perspective on daily life before and after the political shift. These firsthand accounts highlight the profound changes experienced by the Uighurs, providing an in-depth look at their culture and the impact of historical events on their lives.

    Xinjiang and the Expansion of Chinese Communist Power
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  • A Colonial Economy in Crisis

    Burma's Rice Cultivators and the World Depression of the 1930s

    • 138pages
    • 5 heures de lecture

    Challenging conventional beliefs, this book argues that rural populations did not simply abandon self-sufficiency in favor of single commodity production. It explores the complexities of rural economies and the factors influencing their transformation, offering a nuanced perspective on agricultural practices and community dynamics. Through detailed analysis, it reexamines the historical and social contexts that shaped these changes, providing insights into the resilience and adaptability of rural societies.

    A Colonial Economy in Crisis