Eastern Asia: an Introductory History

Mackerras, Professor Colin

 
9780733901928: Eastern Asia: an Introductory History

Synopsis

Eastern Asia is the most current and comprehensive survey of East Asian history and politics available on the market. It is a reliable, coherent and interesting survey of the history of East and South East Asia from the sixteenth century to the present.

It also offers a broad overview and summary of key cultural, political, economic and religious practices and influences in six Asian nations: China, Japan, Indonesia, Korea, Vietnam and Thailand. The last two chapters present an Australian perspective, as they are devoted to Australia's relations with, and perceptions of Asia. This text contains a first class list of contributors, many of who are regarded as authorities in their field of research and teaching.

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About the Author

  • Professor Colin Mackerras is the Head of the School of Modern Asian Studies at Griffith University. He enjoys an international reputation as an outstanding Asian historian and scholar. He is the author of numerous books and articles, including China Since 1978.

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