Richer by Asia presents Edmond Taylor’s insightful reflections on the political, cultural, and social transformations shaping Asia in the mid-twentieth century. Written for the Time Reading Program, the book analyzes major historical events, shifting power dynamics, and the rise of new Asian identities after World War II. Through vivid reportage and historical interpretation, Taylor illustrat…
The History of Post-War Southeast Asia offers a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic developments that shaped Southeast Asia after World War II. John F. Cady examines the region's transition from colonial rule to independence, the rise of nationalist movements, Cold War influences, and the formation of modern state identities. The book provides detailed country-by-count…
The study analyses the reasons for Indonesia's membership in the regional organization, and che extent to which ASEAN has fulfilled Indonesia's expectations. It looks into the main areas of ASEAN cooperation that gain the most support from Indonesia as well as those that receive scant attention from Jakarta.
This book presents the autobiographical account of Ali Sastroamidjojo, one of Indonesia’s most influential political leaders and a key architect of the 1955 Asian-African Conference. Covering the years 1953 to 1957, the memoir highlights his experiences as Prime Minister of Indonesia, his political struggles, diplomatic missions, and his role in shaping Indonesia’s foreign policy during a f…
The Arab World by William R. Polk provides a comprehensive overview of the history, politics, and cultural foundations of the Arab region. This fourth edition expands earlier work published under the title The United States and the Arab World. Polk examines the political evolution of Arab countries, their relations with major world powers—especially the United States—and the internal and ex…
This book provides a comprehensive examination of the political systems and governmental structures of major Asian countries. Written by leading scholars, it analyzes the historical development, political institutions, leadership patterns, and policy dynamics within nations across East, South, and Southeast Asia. The volume offers comparative insights into how different Asian governments evolve…
This book examines the role of the League of Arab States in managing and responding to regional disputes within the Arab world. Hussein A. Hassouna analyzes the League’s legal foundations, institutional structure, and political functions, highlighting its efforts to address inter-Arab conflicts and promote regional stability. The study evaluates the effectiveness of the League’s dispute-set…
This third edition of Middle East Patterns offers a comprehensive exploration of the geography, peoples, cultures, and political landscapes of the Middle East. Colbert C. Held provides detailed analyses of the region’s physical environment, demographic patterns, ethnic and religious diversity, and the historical forces shaping contemporary political realities. The book integrates maps, photog…
This classic study by Tibor Mende examines the geopolitical and social conditions of Southeast Asia during the mid-twentieth century. Written at the height of the Cold War, the book analyzes how the region found itself caught between opposing global powers and competing ideological influences. Mende discusses the political struggles, economic challenges, and emerging national identities of Sout…
This third edition of “The Far East” provides a comprehensive survey of the history, culture, and political development of East Asia. Written by Chester A. Bain and edited by Helmut G. Callis, the book offers an overview of major historical events, social transformations, and regional interactions in China, Japan, Korea, and neighboring areas. The text serves as an introductory guide to Ori…