New in the Short Histories of Asia series, edited by Milton Osborne, this is a readable, well-informed and comprehensive history of Indonesia and its peoples, from ancient origins to the present day.
Une brève histoire de l'Asie Séries
Cette série propose un voyage captivant et accessible à travers l'histoire diverse et complexe de l'Asie. Chaque volume explore des époques, des civilisations et des événements essentiels qui ont façonné ce continent vaste et influent. C'est une lecture indispensable pour quiconque cherche à comprendre les racines des sociétés asiatiques contemporaines et leur importance mondiale.
A Short History of Japan. From Samurai to Sony.
- 268pages
- 10 heures de lecture
"Offering a compelling introduction to JapanÆs rich culture and fascinating history for travelers, businesspeople, and students, this guide discusses the influence of China; the impact of feudalism, modernization, and imperialism; Japanese history of war and peace; and todayÆs economy and uncertainty. Traced are the threads of history, environment, and culture that run through the centuries to explain much about the Japan of today."
A Short History of Laos
- 272pages
- 10 heures de lecture
This comprehensive and vivid history of Laos is an ideal introduction for tourists, business travelers, and students. Informative and portable, it chronicles the history of Laos from ancient times, when the dynastic states of the region waxed and waned, to the turmoil of the Vietnam War and independence from France. This guide investigates these key events under a new light and presents serious challenges to the conventional views about Laos’s intriguing history.