Southeast Asia: An Introductory History (Paperback)

~ Milton Osborne (Author)
Key Phrases: colonial advance, Southeast Asia, Second World War, Viet Minh (more...)

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This classic work has been the most widely read introduction to the region for more than 20 years and still retains its reputation as a highly readable survey of Southeast Asia's modern history. This newly revised edition is up to date with the constant political and geographical changes in this fluid region of the world. The impact of social change and the pivotal roles played by religion, ethnic minorities, and immigrant groups is illuminated. Clearly written and extensively illustrated with maps, prints, and photographs, the book also includes an introduction to the art of the region and a guide to literature about Southeast Asia.

About the Author

Milton Osborne is the author of many books on history and politics in Southeast Asia including Exploring Southeast Asia, The Mekong, River Road to China, and Sihanouk. He presents seminars and lectures to academic and professional bodies throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

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Product Details Paperback: 366 pages Publisher: Allen & Unwin; 9th edition (April 1, 2005) Language: English ISBN-10: 1741144485 ISBN-13: 978-1741144482 Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #285,506 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Southeast Asia, Second World War, Viet Minh, United States, East Timor, Pol Pot, Vietnamese Communists, French Indochina, Phnom Penh, British Malaya, Malayan Peninsula, Aung San, Geneva Conference, Tunku Abdul Rahman, Darul Islam, First Indochina War, Indonesian Archipelago, New Guinea, Pathet Lao, Straits Settlements, Irian Jaya, Lee Kuan Yew, Mekong River, Norodom Sihanouk, West Malaysia

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11 books cite this book:

• Pacific Asia in the Global System: An Introduction by Peter Preston on page 85, and Back Matter
• Asian Media Studies: Politics of Subjectivities by John Nguyet Erni on page 224
• Asian Media Studies: Politics of Subjectivities by John Nguyet Erni on page 224
• Singapore Handbook, 2nd (Footprint - Pocket Guides) by Jane Bickersteth on page 57
• The East Asian Development Model: Economic Growth, Institutional Failure and the Aftermath of the Crisis by Frank-Jurgen Richter on page 139

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 10 of 11 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 Actually, Great Introduction to the region, May 13, 2005 By  Hoke (USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    Amazon Verified Purchase I am living in Thailand for the next two years and wanted to learn as much as I could about it. In order to understand Thailand one needs to be familiar with the whole region. I consider myslef educated as far as history is concerned but am very weak in this region. This book serves as a very good introduction to the entire area. The author covers early times rather quickly and moves through to modern times at a decent pace. The book left me with a lot more questions than answers. These questions are at least somewhat informed. The author sparked my interests in a lot of different periods for the various countries. The whole point of an introduction is to raise intelligent questions rather than going in depth. The author does this very well. Speed readers will like the intro and summary for each chapter. The book is highly readable and the author is ready to admit areas where he does not have an expertise. The 1/2 star minus is for the very brief mention of the 1997 economic crisis and its results. By now he can at least lend his opinion on the newly emerging history of that significant period. Author also gives a good listing of suggested reading. This was not updated in the most recent addition and he does not give any good sources to further explore the most recent events 0 of 1 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Concise, useful - even entertaining, May 2, 2008 By  Jeremy Brown "Jeremy" (Houston, TX, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This book is a great resource -- easy to read and very useful. Great if you have little background (like me) with Southeast Asia 0 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Fine, October 5, 2009 By  L. Vue "Kazan/Kunwak" (MN, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Amazon Verified Purchase The book was in great condition. I received it in a reasonable amount of time.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 3.0 out of 5 stars Too cautious The author seems to have a fear of asserting any strong views at all. He should have inserted a general one page disclaimer at the start of the book, along the lines of the... Read more Published 18 months ago by Tokyo wombat 3.0 out of 5 stars Not much ventured, not much gained. Despite being a very short sketch of SE Asian history, the book seems padded with endless cautionary asides presumably directed at the professional historical establishment... Read more Published on September 29, 2005 by Richard A. Church Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 366 pages
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin; 9th edition (April 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1741144485
• ISBN-13: 978-1741144482
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #285,506 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 Actually, Great Introduction to the region, May 13, 2005

By	Hoke (USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

Amazon Verified Purchase

I am living in Thailand for the next two years and wanted to learn as much as I could about it. In order to understand Thailand one needs to be familiar with the whole region.

I consider myslef educated as far as history is concerned but am very weak in this region. This book serves as a very good introduction to the entire area. The author covers early times rather quickly and moves through to modern times at a decent pace.

The book left me with a lot more questions than answers. These questions are at least somewhat informed. The author sparked my interests in a lot of different periods for the various countries. The whole point of an introduction is to raise intelligent questions rather than going in depth. The author does this very well.

Speed readers will like the intro and summary for each chapter. The book is highly readable and the author is ready to admit areas where he does not have an expertise.

The 1/2 star minus is for the very brief mention of the 1997 economic crisis and its results. By now he can at least lend his opinion on the newly emerging history of that significant period.

Author also gives a good listing of suggested reading. This was not updated in the most recent addition and he does not give any good sources to further explore the most recent events

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Concise, useful - even entertaining, May 2, 2008

By	Jeremy Brown "Jeremy" (Houston, TX, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a great resource -- easy to read and very useful. Great if you have little background (like me) with Southeast Asia

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fine, October 5, 2009

By	L. Vue "Kazan/Kunwak" (MN, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

The book was in great condition. I received it in a reasonable amount of time.