A Short History of China and Southeast Asia

Tribute, Trade and Influence

Martin Stuart-Fox

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English

Allen & Unwin
01 February 2003

Regional studies; History; Asian history; Migration, immigration & emigration; International relations; International trade

China, the world's most populous nation, has always exerted great influence on the traditional kingdoms and modern states of Southeast Asia. Today, history and culture continue to shape the modern relationship.

In this concise volume, Martin Stuart-Fox charts the history of relations between China and Southeast Asia across two millennia, examining patterns of diplomacy, commercial networks, and migration, and explaining how these have varied over time. He shows how China's traditional world view was disrupted by the modern order of sovereign nation states, how the country struggled to adapt through its 'century of humiliation' from the opium wars to the proclamation of the People's Republic in 1949 and how, since then, China has sought to restore its standing in the world.

A Short History of China and Southeast Asia is a fascinating account of imperial ambition, internal collapse and revival, cultural and commercial striving, war and revolution. Here, the 'Middle Kingdom' plays its role on the world stage, from the beginnings of its history to its growing contest with the USA for dominance of the Asian region. An important insight into the complicated history of the fastest-growing region in the world, to its growing contest with the USA for dominance of the Asian arena.

A title in the series edited by Milton Osborne.

By: Martin Stuart-Fox
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 390g
ISBN: 9781864489545
ISBN 10: 1864489545
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 01 February 2003
Recommended Age: From
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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