The Age of Jackson is a classic work of American historiography by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., examining the political, social, and economic transformation of the United States during the era of Andrew Jackson. The book explores the rise of Jacksonian democracy, the expansion of popular political participation, and the conflicts between economic classes in early nineteenth-century America. This…
Caraga Antigua, 1521–1910 examines the historical process of Spanish colonization and Christianization in the Caraga region of Mindanao, covering present-day Agusan, Surigao, and East Davao. Written by Peter Schreurs, the book traces the interaction between indigenous communities, Spanish missionaries, and colonial authorities from the arrival of the Spaniards to the early twentieth century. …
The textbook "Philippine Literature: A History and Anthology" is a landmark compilation designed to present a comprehensive overview of the history and development of Philippine literature. Published in 1982, it organizes literary history within the political and social framework of the Philippines, covering crucial periods from pre-colonial oral traditions to the literature that emerged during…
This volume presents a collection of authoritative papers examining New Zealand’s role and evolving position in world affairs. Written by leading scholars and diplomats, the book explores the country’s foreign policy development, its involvement in international organizations, and its responses to major global and regional issues during the mid-20th century. The analyses provide historical …
This book presents a concise and accessible introduction to apartheid in South Africa through a graphic narrative format. Written by Donald Woods and illustrated by Mike Bostock, it explains the origins, ideology, and implementation of apartheid policies, as well as their social, political, and human consequences. Using visual storytelling, the book highlights racial segregation, state violence…
Perfect Peace is a documentary photography book by Kai Wiedenhöfer that portrays the daily lives, struggles, and resilience of Palestinians living in the occupied territories. Through powerful black-and-white photographs accompanied by contextual text by Steffan Rozenberg, the book documents Palestinian society from the first Intifada to the second Intifada. The work provides a visual and huma…
South West Pacific 1941–45 by Colonel E. G. Keogh provides a detailed military history of the Pacific War as it unfolded in the South West Pacific theatre during World War II. Written by an experienced Australian military officer, the book outlines strategic decisions, major operations, and the participation of Australian, American, and Allied forces in the region. Keogh documents the early J…
Kobe is a pictorial and descriptive publication issued by the Kobe City Government, presenting the city of Kobe through photographic documentation and visual narratives. The book highlights Kobe’s urban landscape, architecture, and atmosphere, offering an overview of the city’s identity as a modern port city in Japan. Through high-quality photography, the publication serves as both a cultur…
Imperial Gardens of Japan presents a comprehensive visual and textual study of three of Japan’s most significant imperial gardens: Sento Gosho, Katsura Imperial Villa, and Shugaku-in Imperial Villa. Featuring photographs by Takeji Iwamiya and scholarly text by Teiji Itoh, the book explores the historical, aesthetic, and architectural principles underlying traditional Japanese garden design. O…
Indigenous Peoples of the South Pacific Islands provides an introduction to the cultures, traditions, and lifestyles of the native peoples of the South Pacific region, based on the original English edition Original Peoples: South Pacific Islanders. Written by Vilsoni and Patricia Hereniko and translated into Indonesian by Subagdjo Aswara, the book explores the diversity of Pacific Islander comm…