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Asia: A Concise History Paperback - 2011 - 1st Edition

by Arthur Cotterell

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From one of the world's leading historians?a comprehensive narrative of the 3,000 years that have formed Asia's people, culture, and global destiny

Tracing its origins in Mesopotamia to its modern role on the global geopolitical stage, historian Arthur Cotterell offers a compelling, lively, and readable account of one of the most culturally diverse, and often misunderstood, parts of the world. Beginning with the emergence of the world's earliest civilization in 3000 BC, Asia: A Concise History provides a fascinating look at the global convulsions?like the rise and fall of Assyria and Persia, the medieval states that flourished after the advent of Islam, and the modern transformations triggered by the lightning conquests of imperial Japan?that have shaped the continent.

  • Covers the great events and figures of Asian history, along with a look at the monumental remains that bear witness to those times: the ziggurats of Iraq, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, the temple of Angkor Wat
  • Includes fascinating slices of history, including funeral arrangements for Qin Shi Huangdi in 210 BC; an extract from Lord Macartney's journal of his 1793 diplomatic mission to the Qing emperor Qian Long; and Toyotomi Hideyoshi's edict of 1587 banning firearms in Japan
  • Features boxed inserts of special interest?like a Babylonian recipe for lamb stew circa 1500 BC
  • Contains over 100 illustrations, maps, and photos
  • Other books by Cotterell: The Minoan World, The First Emperor of China, The Encyclopedia of Mythology, and Chariot

Destined to become a reference staple for history buffs and students of Asian history, Asia: A Concise History offers readers a breathtaking narrative and wealth of detail that make the formative periods, key events, and personalities from this once remote part of the world come alive.

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  • Title Asia: A Concise History
  • Author Arthur Cotterell
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 450
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Wiley, U.S.A.
  • Publication date 2011-08-30
  • Features Glossary, Maps
  • ISBN 9780470825044 / 0470825049
  • Weight 1.62 lbs (0.73 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.97 x 6.07 x 1.55 in (22.78 x 15.42 x 3.94 cm)
  • Themes
    • Cultural Region: Asian - General
    • Cultural Region: Indian
    • Cultural Region: Southeast Asian
    • Interdisciplinary Studies: Asian - General
  • Category History - General History
  • Dewey Decimal Code 950

About the author

Arthur Cotterell, currently residing in England, was a former Principal of Kingston College in London. He has spent many years combining senior educational management with historical research. Arthur currently spends most of his time on writing, and travels extensively throughout Asia.
Arthur is the respected author of more than thirty books. His most recent publications include, The Imperial Capitals of China, Leadership and Chariot.

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