Description
Book SynopsisUpdated annually, East & Southeast Asia provides just enough historical background on the evolution of Modern East & Southeast Asia to help students gain a thorough understandingin one semesterof contemporary developments in this vital region. Broad introductory regional and comparative chapters are followed by distinct sections on each country in the region. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors, and students. Now in its 51st edition, the content is thorough yet perfect for a one-semester introductory course or general library reference. Available in both print and e-book formats and priced low to fit student and library budgets.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments East and Southeast Asia Today Map: East, Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific HISTORICAL BACKGROUND A Diversity of People Religious Beliefs Women in Traditional Asia The Impact of the West Nationalism, Communism and Revolution Women in Modern East and Southeast Asia From Post-Colonialism to Globalization “Asia and the Climate Crisis” Reprinted with permission of the Association of Asian Studies from Education About EAST ASIA China The People’s Republic of China Hong Kong Macau Tibet “Tibetan Buddhism” by Jeannine Chandler Taiwan: Republic of China Japan Korea The Republic of Korea (South Korea) South Korea's Rasputin by Mark JihunSuk Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) Mongolia SOUTHEAST ASIA Brunei Darussalam Cambodia East Timor Indonesia Laos Malaysia Myanmar (Burma) Papua New Guinea The Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam WESTERN PACIFIC Australia New Zealand Island Communities of the Western and Southern Pacific Bibliography and Additional Resources
