The Upsurge of China is a firsthand account written by Hewlett Johnson—known as the “Red Dean of Canterbury”—documenting his travels and observations in the People’s Republic of China during the early years of the Communist era. Supported by the diaries and drawings of his wife Nowell Johnson and his daughters Kezia and Keren, the book offers a sympathetic portrayal of China’s polit…
This book is a comprehensive biography of José Rizal, the foremost national hero of the Philippines, portraying his life, intellectual development, and political thought within the context of Spanish colonial rule. Written by León Ma. Guerrero, the work traces Rizal’s education, travels in Europe, literary contributions, and reformist ideas that inspired the Philippine nationalist movement.…
The Messiah and the Mandarins shows how the very qualities that enabled Mao to become master of all China, after starting out with a few hundred ragged fugitives, prompted him to half-wreck his own creation once the fighting ended. With the People's Republic established, China needed mandarins to mend the ravages of three decades of civil war, but was stuck with the Messiah who had "liberated" …
This comprehensive biography of Deng Xiaoping, written by Richard Evans, a longtime Western diplomat and researcher in China, traces Deng Xiaoping's life from his youth, involvement in the revolution, his role in the Chinese Communist Party, and his role as a key architect of China's economic modernization. With a thorough and historically researched writing style, this book depicts how Deng sh…
This book is a memoir and family diary written by Deng Rong (邓榕), Deng Xiaoping's daughter. The book focuses on the "Cultural Revolution" period (1966–1976) — describing the Deng family's personal experiences during the father's two-fold criticism and purge, the family's suffering, details of political events that affected their domestic life, and reflections on Deng Xiaoping's position…
This book examines the historical events surrounding the blockade and siege of Manila during the late nineteenth century, a critical episode in Philippine history connected to the Spanish-American War of 1898. Written by Jose Roca S. de Tógóres, the work provides a detailed narrative of military operations, political circumstances, and the roles played by colonial powers in the capture of Man…
This book chronicles Deng Xiaoping's life during the "war years" (until about 1949), written by his daughter Deng Rong. It begins with his family roots in Sichuan, his adolescence, his period of work and study in France, his revolutionary struggles, and his return to Sichuan at the age of 45, a journey of transformation from a hopeful young man to a revolutionary and political leader. It depict…
This book provides a detailed narrative of the Nigerian Civil War, commonly known as the Biafra War, which took place between 1967 and 1970. John de St. Jorre examines the political, ethnic, and economic factors that led to the conflict, as well as its military and humanitarian consequences. Drawing on firsthand reporting and historical analysis, the work offers insight into the struggle betwee…
Sejarah Tiongkok Kontemporer, Volume 2 memberikan kajian komprehensif tentang transformasi politik, sosial, dan budaya Tiongkok dari Revolusi Nasional hingga Revolusi Kebudayaan, hingga era Modernisasi Sosialis. Ditulis oleh W. D. Sukisman, buku ini menganalisis peristiwa sejarah besar dan gerakan ideologis yang membentuk Tiongkok pada pertengahan abad ke-20, termasuk perjuangan revolusioner, p…
This book presents a comprehensive historical account of Papua New Guinea covering the first one hundred years of its modern history. James Sinclair traces political, social, and colonial developments, examining the impact of European contact, administration, and governance on indigenous societies. The work provides an in-depth narrative of nation-building, cultural change, and political transf…