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In the last years of the twentieth century, foreign correspondent Richard Lloyd Parry found himself in the vast island nation of Indonesia, one of the most alluring, mysterious, and violent countries in the world. For thirty-two years, it had been paralyzed by the grip of the dictator and mystic General Suharto, but now the age of Suharto was coming to an end. Would freedom prevail, or was the "time of madness" predicted centuries before now at hand?...
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Embark on an epic journey through the windswept expanses of Central Asia with "The Mongol Empire," a gripping chronicle that unveils the awe-inspiring rise and far-reaching legacy of the Mongol Empire. Immerse yourself in the tumultuous world of Genghis Khan and his descendants as they forged an empire that stretched from the Pacific to the Mediterranean, leaving an indelible mark on the course of world history. In this meticulously researched and...
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In the tradition of The Prize, Lutz Kleveman gives us the twenty-first-century chapter on the history, passion, and politics of oil and gas resources, and the struggle to control them in a critical part of the world. Using the concept of the "Great Game" that Rudyard Kipling immortalized in his novel Kim, Kleveman argues that there is now a new Great Game in the region, a modern variant of the nineteenth-century clash of imperial ambitions of Great...
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Everyone knows Singapore as the Lion City and the story behind of a Palembang prince, Sang Nila Utama, sighting a lion on this island that was first published 200 years ago in John Leyden's translation of the Malay classic Sejarah Melayu. But few people have actually read the Sejarah Melayu to realise the fairytale-like claims of Singapore's supposed medieval founder as a descendant of Alexander the Great, and the son of an Indian king who tried to...
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When we think of composers, we usually envision an isolated artist separate from the orchestra-someone alone in a study, surround by staff paper-and in Europe and America this image generally has been accurate. For most of Japan's musical history, however, no such role existed-composition and performance were deeply intertwined. Only when Japan began to embrace Western culture in the late nineteenth century did the role of the composer emerge. In Composing...
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Neither Donkey nor Horse tells the story of how Chinese medicine was transformed from the antithesis of modernity in the early twentieth century into a potent symbol of and vehicle for China's exploration of its own modernity half a century later. Instead of viewing this transition as derivative of the political history of modern China, Sean Hsiang-lin Lei argues that China's medical history had a life of its own, one that at times directly influenced...
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A full account of the Luzon campaign, from the planning stages to the surrender of the Japanese general Yamashita.
The Luzon campaign of 1945 was the longest island campaign of the Pacific War, lasting from January 1945 to September 1945, and only ended with the surrender of Imperial Japan. It is often overlooked or mentioned in passing by most histories of that war, yet hundreds of thousands of Americans and Japanese fought in some of the worst...
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Just hours after two pilots had taken possession of a Cessna aircraft, they were flying over the Midwest on a lovely autumn morning when their small plane was targeted by F-16 fighter jets. It was September 11, 2001 and the civilians were among the last Americans to learn that our country was under attack. This is one of the little-known stories covered during a 50-year career by former military and civilian news broadcaster Rick Fredericksen. "Some...
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A profile of a Chinese street opera musician in Singapore and Malaysia from 1940s to 1990s. Based on his true life story of dedication to his craft and how he made difficult choices in regards to his work, family and children. It is told in the form of an interview between this talented Teochew opera musician and the author who is also his youngest daughter.
11) La Guerra Filipina-Estadounidense (1899-1902): Una fascinante guía de la insurrección filipina qu
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Si quiere descubrir la fascinante historia de la guerra entre Filipinas y Estados Unidos entre 1899–1902, siga leyendo...La guerra filipino-americana de 1899–1902 fue un conflicto dramático que cambió el mundo y dio forma al siglo venidero y reveló los primeros impulsos de Estados Unidos por el poder global. Hasta el día de hoy, el conflicto y sus réplicas continúan influyendo en Filipinas y en la región en general, dejando un legado de...
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Explore the history of ancient Malaysian civilizations as a fascinating journey that takes back thousands of years, unveiling the diverse cultures and influences that shaped the region. Malaysia's strategic location at the crossroads of trade routes made it a melting pot of different civilizations, and its early inhabitants were quick to capitalize on the maritime resources that surrounded them.
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Embark on a historical voyage through the maritime origins of ancient Malaysian trade unveils a captivating narrative that traces the early seafaring traditions shaping the coastal trade of the region. Navigating the waters of the past, we encounter a maritime tapestry woven by the skilled hands of early inhabitants, who, driven by exploration, resourcefulness, and the allure of distant lands, laid the foundation for a thriving network of coastal...
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"Flavors of the East: Street Food Markets of Southeast Asia" takes you on an exhilarating culinary journey through the bustling street food markets of Southeast Asia. This vibrant guidebook captures the essence of street food culture across countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia, offering readers a sensory experience filled with tantalizing aromas, vivid colors, and unforgettable flavors. Explore the rich history and cultural...
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Das Motto war: „Bevor China ganz zu uns kommt, fliege ich mal besser hin!" Doch ist China China? Chinesisches Neujahr mit einer chinesischen Familie zu feiern, war schon mal sehr chinesisch. Dabei vom „Platz des himmlischen Friedens" vertrieben zu werden, irgendwie auch. Irre, dass man in Hongkong zwar winzige Hotelzimmer bekommt, aber die Drachen riesige Löcher in Hochhäusern. Irre traumhaft die Nächte am Bund von Shanghai und irre wild die...
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Asien? Na mal schauen. Sich rituell mit geschichtsvergessenen Japanern in einem Onsen zu waschen oder in einem rosaroten Maid-Café in Tokio zu feiern, ist das eine. Verbrennungszeremonien in Nepal zu erleben und zwischen heiligen Kühen und irren Affen Kathmandu zu entdecken, etwas ganz anderes. In Agra mit Massen von begeisterten Indern das Taj Mahal zu besuchen ist zwar herzerweichender, aber nicht so witzig wie „Opfer" fantasievoller Schuhputzer...
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"Flavors of the Khyber" invites readers to savor the richness and diversity of Afghan food and cuisine. From the historical roots to the everyday rituals, the book captures the essence of Afghan culinary traditions. Through vivid storytelling and culinary insights, readers gain a deep appreciation for the cultural, familial, and sensory dimensions of Afghan cuisine as it continues to thrive and evolve.
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Wer nach diesem Buch nicht nach Südostasien aufbricht, hat kein Herz! Weltenbummler Weidling blieb gleich zwei Jahre in Thailand hängen. Wie oft er von hier aus besonders nach Vietnam, Laos und Myanmar aufbrach, lässt sich im Stempelwust seiner Pässe nicht mehr ausmachen. Menschen, Essen, Wetter, Natur, Meere und Eigenartiges hielten ihn fest und lassen uns nun staunen. Todesmutige Tuk-Tuk-Fahrer, ihn ungläubig anstaunende Laotinnen, sehr unterschiedliche...
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