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From a MacArthur "Genius," a bold new perspective on the history of Asia, highlighting the long quest to tame its waters
Asia's history has been shaped by her waters. In Unruly Waters, historian Sunil Amrith reimagines Asia's history through the stories of its rains, rivers, coasts, and seas — and of the weather-watchers and engineers, mapmakers and farmers who have sought to control them. Looking out from India, he shows how dreams...
Asia's history has been shaped by her waters. In Unruly Waters, historian Sunil Amrith reimagines Asia's history through the stories of its rains, rivers, coasts, and seas — and of the weather-watchers and engineers, mapmakers and farmers who have sought to control them. Looking out from India, he shows how dreams...
2) Asia
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Readers learn basic facts about the continent of Asia, its land, wildlife and people.
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"A harrowing history of the conflicts that swept Asia during the decade following World War II--and determined the fate of the continent. The end of World War II led to the United States' emergence as a global superpower. For war-ravaged Western Europe it marked the beginning of decades of unprecedented cooperation and prosperity that one historian has labeled "the long peace." Yet half a world away, in China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Korea, and Malaya--the...
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Presents an illustrated examination of Buddhist thought in the art and architecture of ancient India and Southeast Asia. Discusses the life and teachings of Buddha, the establishment of Buddhism in India, and its spread to each of the countries of Asia. Includes color photographs and illustrations, maps, a glossary, and further resources.
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"China has the largest population of any country in the world, and it's just one of the amazing countries included in the region of East and Southeast Asia. From ancient dynasties to colonial powers, this book explores the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped this region. Readers will learn about what it means to be a citizen of the countries in this region, and how that compares and contrasts to citizenship in other areas of the...
14) 1200
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Presents information about various peoples and cultures found all over the world in the year 1200.
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Mongolia, 12th century. Yesügei, chief of the Qiyat tribe, is poisoned by the Tatars. His son, Temüjin, is not yet old enough to succeed him. Targutai, chief of the Tayichiud tribe, seizes his chance. He takes control of the clan and orders Temüjin and his family to be banished. Temüjin exchanges the life of ease of a high nobleman for the impoverished existence of the nomads. For several years he manages to survive in poverty with his family...
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Connects readers with information about the geography, location, and innovations developed by people from the continent of Asia. Offers locator maps, photographs, and sidebars. Concludes with a glossary, an index, text-dependent questions, an activity, and a brief biography of the author.