Asia in the New Millennium

Asia in the New Millennium introduces students to the major nations of Asia, focusing on China, North and South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Pakistan, and India. The book explores the political, economic, cultural, and historical forces that help explain how these nations are coping in the modern world. The book is ideal for beginning students of Asian politics and studies, and for teachers in schools and universities who desire to add an Asian component to their curriculum. Students will find numerous maps of the region, tables offering comparative data, and photographic essays of important Asian leaders to aid their study.