A Short History Of The Far East
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A landmark work in Asian historical scholarship, A Short History of the Far East presents a sweeping yet accessible survey of the civilisations, empires, and cultures that shaped East and Southeast Asia across millennia. Kenneth Scott Latourette — Sterling Professor of Missions and Oriental History at Yale University and Associate Fellow of Berkeley College — brings rigorous academic authority to this fourth edition, chronicling the rise and fall of dynasties, the spread of major religions, and the complex interplay between Eastern and Western powers. The narrative traces pivotal transformations from ancient Chinese and Japanese civilisations through the colonial era and into the modern period, illustrating how deep historical currents continue to define the region. Authoritative, comprehensive, and written with clarity, this volume remains an essential reference for students and general readers seeking a firm grounding in Far Eastern history.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, some minor scuffing on the dust jacket. Page Condition: Good. Markings: Previous owner. Binding condition: Appears intact.
A landmark work in Asian historical scholarship, A Short History of the Far East presents a sweeping yet accessible survey of the civilisations, empires, and cultures that shaped East and Southeast Asia across millennia. Kenneth Scott Latourette — Sterling Professor of Missions and Oriental History at Yale University and Associate Fellow of Berkeley College — brings rigorous academic authority to this fourth edition, chronicling the rise and fall of dynasties, the spread of major religions, and the complex interplay between Eastern and Western powers. The narrative traces pivotal transformations from ancient Chinese and Japanese civilisations through the colonial era and into the modern period, illustrating how deep historical currents continue to define the region. Authoritative, comprehensive, and written with clarity, this volume remains an essential reference for students and general readers seeking a firm grounding in Far Eastern history.
