This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Southeast Asia from 1930 to 1970, focusing on the profound political, social, and economic transformations that shaped the region. Fred R. von der Mehden examines the long-lasting impact of colonialism and the rise of nationalist movements that ultimately led to independence across Southeast Asian nations. Through historical interpretation and comp…
The New Asian Renaissance provides the first comprehensive history of today's East Asia, tracing the essential stages in the rise of the region from its birth under colonial rule to the post Cold War era. Recounting the evolution of China, Japan, North and South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Burma, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Francois Godement outlines the major forces that have shaped Ea…