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A Short History of Asia, Second Edition

A Short History of Asia, Second Edition
By Colin Mason

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The peoples of Asia now make up more than half of the world's population. They are increasingly well-educated, and successful in every area of modern trade and technology. Their influence in the rest of the world is also becoming greater. Colin Mason provides a readable and clear introduction to their history and traditions, from prehistory right up to the present day. This thoroughly revised, updated and expanded new edition includes the substantial changes and additions made necessary by the fast-changing scene in Asia, particularly China's increasing prominence in world affairs. There are new chapters on Afghanistan and Taiwan, and on World War Two and its significance in Asia, as well as extensive reworking of the chapters on the nations of South Asia. Maps and illustrations now also enrich the text throughout, making this the essential guide to the history of a fascinating continent and its peoples.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #86638 in Books
  • Published on: 2005-11-12
  • Released on: 2005-10-20
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 332 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review
"An authoritative, well-organised and well-written book."--D. R. SarDesai, Emeritus Professor of History, University of California Los AngelesPraise for the first edition:"Mason's history reaffirms or reveals many details and also broadly challenges persistent Western approaches to Asian history in an account that roams widely."--The Sydney Morning Herald "What Mason assembles is a very impressive sweep of the history of a colossal portion of the world where he touches upon the main themes, events and personalities, peppered with numerous interesting stories and personal anecdotes. This ambitious undertaking is lucid and interesting, and most useful for the generalist reader seeking to understand the broad events of Asian history."-- Anthony L. Smith, New Zealand Journal of Asian Studies

About the Author
Colin Mason has been Chief Correspondent in Asia for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, a diplomat, a senator and leader of his party in the Senate.