This book examines the journey and influence of the series of Asia-Africa conferences (including the Bandung conference and related meetings) as a forum for solidarity between Asian and African countries after the war/decolonization. Main themes include the spirit of unity, cooperation, and opposition to colonialism, an analysis of the political decisions that emerged from these conferences, an…
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.…
William B. Quandt's The Politics of Palestinian Nationalism examines the development of political ideas, organizations, and the struggle of Palestinian nationalism from the early 20th century to the contemporary period. The book explores how Palestinian national identity was shaped by the experience of colonialism, regional conflicts, the influence of international powers, and the internal dyna…
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 explores the political dynamics of the Peranakan Chinese community in Java between 1917 and 1942. Based on newspaper archives, pamphlets, and personal interviews, the author identifies three main political currents among the Peranakan: the China-oriented current (Sin Po Group), the Dutch-oriented current (Chung Hwa Hui / CHH), and the Indonesia-oriented current (Partai Tionghoa Indone…
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…