The Pacific War - 9781138092075

Taylor & Francis

The Pacific WarAftermaths, Remembrance and Culture\nAuthor(s): Christina Twomey, Ernest Koh\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138092075, 978-1138092075\nSynopsis\nThe Pacific War is an umbrella term that refers collectively to a disparate set of wars, however, this book presents a strong case for considering this assemblage of conflicts as a collective, singular war. It highlights the genuine thematic commonalities in the legacies of war that cohere across the Asia-Pacific and shows how the wars, both individually and collectively, wrought dramatic change to the geo-political makeup of the region. \n\nThis book discusses the cultural, political and social implications of the Pacific War and engages with debates over the wars impact, legacies, and continuing cultural resonances. Crucially, it examines the meanings and significance of the Second World War from a truly international perspective and the contributors .