A curated collection of primary documents, essays, and analyses that trace Japan’s transformation from a feudal society into a modern imperial power. The book covers key developments such as the late Tokugawa period, the Meiji Restoration, industrialization, nationalism, and militarization leading up to World War II. Livingston highlights the political, social, and economic forces that shaped…
The book covers important aspects such as religion, philosophy, social organization, literature, art, architecture, music, and scientific developments. It also includes a special section on the influence of Indian civilization on the world, as well as on Indian political history, which provides a chronological framework for non-specialist readers. Contributors include renowned figures such as S…
Gambaran ringkas namun informatif mengenai perjalanan sejarah Jepang dari zaman kuno hingga era modern awal. Buku ini membahas perkembangan politik, sosial, dan budaya Jepang, termasuk peranan kaisar, sistem feodalisme samurai, pembaruan Meiji, serta perubahan yang membawa Jepang menjadi negara modern. Melalui penyajian yang mudah dipahami, Nio Joe Lan menyoroti faktor-faktor penting yang membe…
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 Drawing from extensive research, personal accounts, and historical documents, Lord Kinross presents a vivid narrative of Atatürk’s life—from his early military career and decisive role in the Turkish War of Independence to his sw…
This book presents a comprehensive history of Burma's (Myanmar's) political, social, and economic development in the modern period, from British colonialism, the nationalist movement, and the process of independence to the early political dynamics of independent Burma. The author analyzes the internal and external factors that shaped modern Burma and its society, and provides an in-depth overvi…
Examines the events surrounding Japan’s capitulation at the end of World War II and the subsequent Allied occupation. The book details the political decisions, military negotiations, and humanitarian challenges that shaped Japan’s transition from a wartime empire to a demilitarized and reformed nation. Kay highlights the role of Allied forces, particularly the United States, in restructurin…
Glimpses of World History by Jawaharlal Nehru is a collection of nearly 200 letters written to his daughter Indira during his imprisonment between 1930 and 1933. In these letters, Nehru masterfully weaves together a panoramic narrative of world history — from ancient civilizations in Greece and Rome to empires in Asia, from the rise and fall of major dynasties to modern political movements. W…
The Unsung Ballads by Shafiqul Islam Kajol can be seen as a powerful documentation of the untold stories of war heroines and marginalized survivors of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Drawing on firsthand interviews, personal testimonies, and journalistic research, Kajol brings to light the lyrical but tragic experiences of women who suffered violence, displacement, and social stigma. The bo…
AKM Nasimul Kamal's Genocide in Bangladesh 1971 is a comprehensive historical study examining the systematic atrocities committed during the Bangladesh War of Independence. It documents the political tensions, mass killings, gender-based violence, and widespread human rights violations committed by the Pakistan Army and its collaborators. Drawing on archival sources, eyewitness accounts, govern…
Bangladesh Beckons presents a vibrant and lively portrait of Bangladesh's journey from its tumultuous independence struggle to its emergence as a dynamic nation. Through a combination of photographic imagery, historical essays, and tribute works, the book highlights key moments in Bangladesh's political and cultural history, including the role of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the 1971 Libe…