This book provides a comprehensive historical and analytical account of Madagascar from 1947 to 2002, tracing the country’s political, social, and cultural transformations across five decades. Written by Jacques Tiersonnier, S.J., with contributions from Céline Mathon, the work examines key events such as the 1947 uprising, the post-colonial political restructuring, the rise and fall of vari…
This book is divided into four parts, following the course of China's social development. The first part looks back at how New China was founded, covering mainly the period from October 1949 to December 1956. The second part describes political and economic issues between January 1957 and April 1966. The third part gives an overall, systematic and accurate description of the ten-year "cultural…
20th Century China by O. Edmund Clubb provides an analytical overview of China’s political, social, and diplomatic developments throughout the twentieth century. Written by a former U.S. Consul General in Peiping, the book offers firsthand insights into the transformation of China from imperial collapse to the rise of the People’s Republic. Clubb examines key events including the fall of th…
Modern China: A Topical History by Su Kaiming provides a concise and accessible overview of China’s political, social, and cultural development in the modern era. Written for international readers, the book discusses key historical events, major political transformations, and influential figures that shaped China from the late Qing dynasty to the period of modernization. Organized by themes r…
China Briefing, 1985 offers a comprehensive review of the political, social, economic, educational, and international dynamics of the People's Republic of China (PRC) in 1984, viewed from a long-term perspective. With contributions from a number of leading experts on China, this volume reviews important events such as the student demonstrations in the spring and summer of 1984 and their impact …
Red China Today by Edgar Snow is an in-depth journalistic report on the development of the People's Republic of China during the early years of Mao Zedong's leadership. Continuing his monumental work Red Star Over China, Snow returned to China to review the political, social, and economic changes that occurred after the revolution was successfully established. This book captures the major trans…
Mountbatten by Philip Ziegler is an authoritative and comprehensive biography of Lord Louis Mountbatten, one of the most influential British military leaders and statesmen of the 20th century. Drawing on exclusive access to personal papers, government documents, and private interviews, Ziegler presents Mountbatten’s life from his early naval career, his leadership during World War II as Supre…
Atatürk by Lord Kinross is a comprehensive and authoritative biography of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of the modern Turkish Republic. Drawing from extensive research, personal accounts, and historical documents, Lord Kinross presents a vivid narrative of Atatürk’s life—from his early military career and decisive role in the Turkish War of Independence to his sw…
The United Arab Emirates (1991), published by the Ministry of Information and Culture, provides a comprehensive overview of the nation’s rapid transformation during the late 20th century. The book highlights the UAE’s political formation, economic expansion, and social development following unification in 1971. It documents the country’s achievements in modernization, including advancemen…
Atatürk: Founder of a Modern State by Ali Kazancigil offers an analytical and insightful exploration of the leadership, political philosophy, and transformative vision of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The book examines Atatürk’s pivotal role in leading the Turkish War of Independence and dismantling the remnants of the Ottoman Empire to establish a secular, republican, and modern nation-state. Ka…