Offering an in-depth examination of administration and politics in premodern Burma, this book stands out as a pioneering study in the field. It provides valuable insights into the unique political landscape of the region, making it one of the few comprehensive analyses of its kind for mainland Southeast Asia. The work delves into historical contexts, governance structures, and the interplay between politics and society, contributing significantly to the understanding of Southeast Asian history.
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- 2014
- 2013
Strange Parallels
Southeast Asia in Global Context, c. 800-1830, Volume 2: Mainland Mirrors: Europe, Japan, China, South Asia, and the Islands
- 976 pages
- 35 hours of reading
By integrating detailed case studies with broader theoretical frameworks, the book aims to reexamine and reinterpret a millennium of Eurasian history. It offers a fresh perspective on historical narratives, encouraging readers to explore the complexities and interconnections that have shaped the region over the past thousand years.
- 2003
A novel analysis that looks at early Southeast Asian history in terms of integration and collapse. schovat popis