Understanding Contemporary Asia Pacific provides a comprehensive introduction to one of the most complex and rapidly changing regions in the world today. This thoroughly revised new edition reflects more than a decade of major developments in the region (encompassing China, Japan, the Koreas, and all of the ASEAN member states), including the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. With accessible discussions of history, politics, economics, international relations, society, and culture, it provides the tools essential to understanding the dynamic Asia Pacific and its influence in the global arena.

About the Author
Katherine Palmer Kaup is James B. Duke Professor of Asian studies and politics and international affairs at Furman University.

Reviews
Praise for the first edition:

"Provides a true survey of the region...The range of pertinent topics that make up the text cross disciplinary boundaries, offering a great deal of knowledge that is accessible and stimulating." -Helen Lansdowne, University of Victoria

"An essential introduction to a dynamic and increasingly significant region." -Guoli Liu, College of Charleston



Book Information
ISBN 9781626379275
Author Katherine Palmer Kaup
Format Paperback
Page Count 521
Imprint Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
Publisher Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
Weight(grams) 715g