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An Indiscreet Chronicle From the Pacific (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Weale, Putnam

 
9781330464199: An Indiscreet Chronicle From the Pacific (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Between East and West, a sharp look at policy, power, and change
This volume examines how East Asian leaders shaped their borders and beliefs as they faced growing Western influence. It traces long-standing choices about trade, isolation, and cultural exchange, and how these policies influenced domestic life and regional dynamics.

From the Tokugawa era to the early 20th century, the book surveys strategic decisions in Japan and China, the clash of old systems with new ideas, and the push-pull of diplomacy and economic force. It presents historical context and analysis that helps readers understand how Asia navigated modern challenges.




  • Clear explanations of seclusion, foreign contact, and the rise of global power players

  • Discussion of how money, trade, and technology reshaped policy and perception

  • Profiles of key events and debates that influenced regional developments

  • Insight into how Western imperial actions intersected with local traditions



Ideal for readers curious about Asian history, diplomacy, and the early interactions between East and West.

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