Sejarah Tiongkok karya Ivan Taniputera merupakan tinjauan komprehensif peradaban Tiongkok dari dinasti-dinasti awal hingga era modern. Buku ini mengeksplorasi perkembangan politik, budaya, ekonomi, dan sosial utama yang membentuk Tiongkok melalui berbagai periode sejarah. Buku ini mencakup kebangkitan dan kejatuhan dinasti, tradisi filsafat seperti Konfusianisme dan Taoisme, hubungan luar neger…
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the historical and cultural development of China from the Qin Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty. The first part focuses on the formation of the first centralized empire under the Qin, as well as the consolidation of institutions, the system of government, and the formation of a highly civilized society during the Han Dynasty. This book highlights nationa…
“In his travels through South Asia, Lak always stayed off the path beaten by other foreign correspondents. No matter where he wandered in India, Pakistan and Nepal, Lak always delved deeper into the culture than the rest of us, coming back with unique insights and wonderful stories. He is a rarity among journalists—one who portrays his subjects with elegance, compassion and humor.” — T…
This book presents the long and rich history of Chinese civilization, from ancient myths and legends to the end of the imperial period and the establishment of the republic in 1912. The author describes the journey of Chinese civilization with lively narration, incorporating folklore, myths, and historical facts, providing a complete picture of how the Chinese people built their culture, govern…
The success of the IT industry and Indian human resources in global enterprises have made India a wealthy country. Even as the wealth has grown, the inequality has widened and many scams have surfaced. These were a logjam in Parliament and civil movements against corruption created an atmosphere of anarchy and distrust. Amidst his dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs, Dr Abdul Kala…
The Study of Chinese Society is a collection of influential essays by anthropologist Maurice Freedman, selected and introduced by G. William Skinner. The book examines the social organization, kinship systems, lineage structures, and cultural patterns of traditional and modern Chinese communities. Freedman's work is foundational in the anthropology of China, offering key theoretical insights in…
Indian Philosophy Volume II continues Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's discussion of the major systems of Indian philosophy. This volume highlights the development of thought in the Nyaya, Vaisesika, Samkhya, Yoga, Purva Mimamsa, and Advaita Vedanta schools. Radhakrishnan explains the structure of logic, metaphysics, theory of knowledge, ethics, and the purpose of life according to various traditions…
China: From Manchu to Mao (1699–1976) provides an accessible and illustrated historical overview of China’s transformation over nearly three centuries. Beginning with the final phase of the Qing (Manchu) dynasty, the book explores major political, social, and cultural developments leading into the republican period and the rise of the People’s Republic under Mao Zedong. Rich with photogra…
Within the past decade, China has sustained a series of self-induced traumas that may well be without precedent in human history. In what condition do the Chinese enter the 1970s, and onto the world stage they have shunned for so long? In this major new book— based on more than ten years of research— the veteran observer of Chinese affairs Stanley Karnow presents a comprehensive, dramatic a…
Buku ini berisi pernyataan resmi dan proposal pemerintah Korea Utara mengenai penyatuan semenanjung Korea. Di dalamnya dipaparkan garis besar kebijakan politik, usulan sistem pemerintahan bersama, dan kritik terhadap kebijakan reunifikasi Korea Selatan. Dokumen ini menegaskan posisi DPRK bahwa penyatuan harus dilakukan tanpa campur tangan asing dan berdasarkan asas independensi nasional.