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Book SynopsisThis book examines the role of the international financial system in the development of Pacific Asia and, conversely, the region's growing influence on North America and the world economy. It looks at the distant future, being devoted primarily to understanding the emergence of modern Pacific Asia.
Trade Review"A uniquely sophisticated yet very accessible and complete review of the Asian ascendancy, spanning from ancient times to today, and enriched with bountiful commentaries by renowned specialists, Pacific Century beautifully interweaves national histories with complex regional and global trends, intelligently balancing explanations of Asia's astounding successes with honest recognition of the region's darker moments." -Richard Feinberg, Professor, University of California, San Diego, and former senior director of the National Security Council "A powerful, highly recommended analysis of Asian culture that does more than provide just another history: it connects Asian experiences and trends to its effects on the rest of the world." -The Midwest Book Review
Table of ContentsPreface to the 4th Edition -- Introduction -- Dynasties, Empires, and Ages of Commerce -- Seaborne Barbarians -- Meiji -- The Rise of Nationalism and Communism -- Maelstrom -- Miracle by Design -- The New Asian Capitalists -- Power, Authority, and the Advent of Democracy -- Sentimental Imperialists -- China’s Long March Toward Modernization -- Beyond the Revolution -- Siberian Salient -- Asia’s Resurgence and Its Global Implications -- Time Chart: Chronology and Geography in Pacific Asia -- Representation of Foreign Words and Names -- About the Book and Author
