Southeast Asia: An introductory historywas first published in 1979 and immediately filled a need for travellers and students interested in one of the most dynamic and diverse regions of the world. Now in its fourteenth edition, it remains the classic overview for newcomers and locals alike.
Dr Milton Osborne has been a resident and fascinated observer of Southeast Asia for decades, and he brings this personal familiarity to his account. He opens with the early history, including the famous Angkor empire and the great traders of Srivijaya. He then concentrates on the changes that have taken place since the 18th century: the impact of colonial rule, the economic transformations of the following two centuries, the emergence and triumph of the independence movements, the rise of the middle classes, and the pivotal roles played by religion, ethnic minorities and immigrant groups. He shows how each country has addressed major economic crises and terrorism, and maps the shifting forms of government.
'Still one of the best short introductory histories of the region...' -Eric Tagliacozzo, Cornell University
'A short, selective, and well-presented introduction to the modern history of Southeast Asia based on solid scholarship.' -Education About Asia Journal
'Students of Southeast Asian history will be grateful to Milton Osborne for writing this appealing and intelligent tour de force; the book is a triumph of organisation.'-David Chandler
'He writes books on the region which have two qualities rarely found in combination: impeccable and authoritative scholarship and the vividness and lightness of touch of first-rate travel writing.'-Christopher Koch
By:
Milton Osborne
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 14th edition
Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 128mm,
Weight: 416g
ISBN: 9781761470943
ISBN 10: 1761470949
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 03 April 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Illustrations vii Introduction xiii 1. What is Southeast Asia? 2. The 'Classical' Background to Modern Southeast Asian History 3. Courts, Kings and Peasants: Southeast Asia Before the European Impact 4. Minorities and Slaves: The Outsiders in Traditional Southeast Asia 5. The European Advance and Challenge 6. Economic Transformation 7. The Asian Immigrants in Southeast Asia 8. The Years of Illusion: Southeast Asia Between the Wars, 1918-1941 9. The Second World War in Southeast Asia 155 10 Revolution and Revolt: Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaya and the Philippines 11. Other Paths to Independence 12. An End to Post-colonial Settlements, and Beyond I: Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos 13. An End to Post-colonial Settlements, and Beyond II: Burma (Myanmar), Malaya, Singapore, the Philippines and the Thai Exception 14. The Challenges of Independence in Southeast Asia 15. Past and Present Appendix: Discovering Southeast Asia through Art and Literature Suggested Readings Timeline Index
Dr Milton Osborne is a writer and consultant on Asian issues and the author of many books, including Sihanouk: Prince of Light, Prince of Darkness, River Road to China, The Mekong: Turbulent past, uncertain future and Exploring Southeast Asia: A traveller's guide to the region. He is a regular visitor to Southeast Asia and is a former Non-resident Fellow at the Lowy Institute for International Policy.
