A Traveller's History of Southeast Asia-J.M. Barwise, Nicholas W

Interlink Publishing Group, Inc

Embark on a journey through the rich and diverse history of Southeast Asia. This comprehensive guide covers the region from ancient times to the modern day, offering insights into its cultures, peoples, and landscapes. Discover the classical kingdoms, explore the impact of trade and colonization, and understand the struggles for independence that shaped the modern nations of Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Singapore, Brunei, and East Timor. Key features: * Covers a vast historical span from "Java Man" to the 21st century. * Details the classical kingdoms, European colonization, and post-independence events. * Highlights economic development and cultural preservation. * Ideal for tourists and general readers seeking an essential guide. Product Summary: A Traveller's History of Southeast Asia, 2nd Edition, by J.M. Barwise and N.J. White, is a paperback book detailing the history of the region in English. With 352 pages, it offers a lucid and concise introduction to the historical development of modern Southeast Asian states.