Evans brings Lao history vividly into focus, from ancient times through to the twenty-first century. He recounts the turmoil of independence from France and the war with Vietnam and its aftermath, up to present-day Laos and the country's hopes for its future. Evans traces the compelling story of the emergence of Laos as a modern nation.
East Timor at the Crossroads: Forging of a Nation provides a comprehensive and timely analysis of the critical moment in East Timor’s modern history as it moved toward independence. Peter Carey examines the political, social, and historical forces that shaped the territory’s struggle for self-determination, highlighting the impact of colonial rule, Indonesia’s occupation, and the role of …
The Enigma of Japanese Power explores the underlying mechanisms of Japan’s political, economic, and social system from a critical outsider’s perspective. Karel van Wolferen argues that despite its outward cohesion and stability, Japan’s power structure lacks a truly independent state in the Western sense: its institutions act as intermediaries rather than sovereign rulers. The book delves…
The Enigma of Japanese Power explores the underlying mechanisms of Japan’s political, economic, and social system from a critical outsider’s perspective. Karel van Wolferen argues that despite its outward cohesion and stability, Japan’s power structure lacks a truly independent state in the Western sense: its institutions act as intermediaries rather than sovereign rulers. The book delves…
Revolution in Laos by Kaysone Phomvihane presents an insider’s perspective on the revolutionary struggle and political transformation in Laos during the mid-20th century. The book details the origins, development, and strategies of the Lao revolutionary movement, emphasizing the role of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party in mobilizing popular support, combating colonial and foreign interv…
This book provides an analytical overview of Thailand’s social structure and political development. John L. S. Girling examines the country’s political institutions, societal transformations, and the interaction between traditional authority and modern political forces. The work situates Thailand within the broader context of Southeast Asian political evolution, addressing issues such as go…
This book presents an analytical study of Thailand’s political development during the mid-twentieth century. David A. Wilson examines the structure of political power, the role of the military and bureaucracy, and the influence of elite groups in shaping national policy. The work also explores the social and economic changes that contributed to Thailand’s shifting political landscape, inclu…
Apprentice Revolutionaries: The Communist Movement in Laos by Phongsavath Boupha provides a comprehensive historical analysis of the emergence and evolution of the communist movement in Laos from its early stages to its consolidation in the late twentieth century. The book examines the socio-political and economic conditions that facilitated revolutionary activism, the role of local and interna…
This book examines the complex international relations of Laos during the Cold War era, focusing on the competing influence of major global powers. It explores how the United States, the Soviet Union, and regional actors sought to shape Laos’s political direction through diplomatic pressure, military involvement, and ideological competition. The author analyzes internal conflicts, foreign int…
Dr. H. Subandrio, tetap survive! Karena tekanan internasional, vonis hukuman matinya diubah menjadi seumur hidup, kemudian ia mendapatkan grasi setelah menjalani hukuman penjara 30 tahun lebih. Dalam usia 86 tahun, ia menjadi narasumber yang sangat berharga tentang berbagai kejadian yang dia alami sendiri selaku Menteri Luar Negeri maupun sebagai Wakil Perdana Menteri I semasa periode pemerinta…