Asia

The Sino-Japanese War of 1894–1895 is a seminal event in world history, yet it has been virtually ignored in Western literature. In the East, the focus of Chinese foreign policy has been to undo its results whereas the focus of Japanese foreign policy has been to confirm them. Japan supplanted...

韓国人の「反日病」その原因と治療への処方箋　　韓国人も日本人も知らない韓国史「竹島問題」の解決なくして真の日韓友好はない！

秀吉の弟として、天下統一を陰で支えた男・豊臣秀長。秀吉・秀長兄弟が成し遂げたサクセスストーリーと周囲の武将たちの活躍をわかりやすく解説。

Bloomsbury presents Java Sea 1942: Japan's conquest of the Netherlands East Indies by Mark Stille, read by Thomas Judd A study of the battle of the Java Sea, a key Japanese victory in their advance throughout Southeast Asia. The battle of the Java Sea, fought in February 1942, was the first...

This fully revised fourth edition of Michael Yahuda’s successful textbook brings the subject up-to-date, introducing students to the international politics of the Asia-Pacific region since 1945. Following an evaluation of the legacy of the Cold War the author assesses the uncertainties of the...

Tokyo is a city that rarely stands still, yet it is never without structure. At first glance, it appears defined by motion, by crowds moving through stations, by lights shifting across vast districts, and by a constant sense of activity that seems to extend without pause. Yet beneath this movement lies a carefully balanced system, shaped by history, culture, and design, where order exists within complexity. Tokyo is not simply fast or modern. It is a city where continuity and change operate together, creating an environment that is both precise and evolving.

A revelatory, insight-filled playbook for doing business in China and a probing look at why the country, despite the challenges it faces, still possesses unrivaled prospects for growth and entrepreneurial opportunity—by two leaders who, over the course of decades, have taken turns helming...

Are you fascinated by the myths and legends of ancient cultures? A lover of history who wants to learn more about China’s rich, unique past? This audiobook is for you. China was a major player in the ancient world, contributing to advancements across the globe. While the civilization is most known for the wise teachings of Confucius and the tenets of Taoism, Chinese culture has also relied heavily on its own mythology and folklore. From gods and goddesses to paranormal encounters with ordinary people, the stories in this book have been passed down from generation to generation for centuries.

A Short History of Japan traces more than two millennia of cultural evolution — from mythic origins and imperial dynasties to industrial rebirth and modern innovation. This concise yet vivid narrative explores how an island nation shaped by isolation, honor, and creativity became a global force of technology, art, and influence.

This is the story of how the Marathas not only defended themselves against the largest empire of that time - The Mughal Empire, but, over decades of relentless war, leadership transitions, and strategic brilliance, ultimately defeated it. By the mid -18th century, the Marathas had risen to become the most dominant force in India, with the saffron flag rising at the top of Attock Fort in present-day Pakistan near the Afghanistan border to the Ginjee Fort in Tamil Nadu. This book brings ancient battle wisdom to modern world of business, leadership and personal mastery.