Asian Development: An Introduction to Economic, Social and Political Change in Asia

Tan (Asian studies and languages, Flinders U., Adelaide) introduces general readers to the major trends during the second half of the 20th century. He discusses the impact of colonization, the transition from agriculture to industry, globalization, the currency crisis, demographic changes, rising educational levels, changing roles of women, the role of political dissidents, and other topics. Distributed by ISBS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)