History of Asia

A text for undergraduates emphasizing social history and cultural and religious trends, and offering comparisons among the major Asian traditions and between Asia and the Western World. Chronological coverage of ancient and classical civilizations, British imperialism, revolutions, and Korea and Southeast Asia in the modern world features urban and biographical portraits, quotations from primary sources, and chapter bibliographies, plus b&w photos. This second edition contains a new chapter on Japan and increased coverage of urban history, women, and the environment.
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