A History of AsiaA History of Asia is the only text to cover the area known as "monsoon Asia" - India, China, Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia--from the earliest times to the present. Written by leading scholar Rhoads Murphey, the book uses an engaging, lively tone to chronicle the complex political, social, intellectual, and economic histories of this area. Popular because of its scope and coverage, as well as its illustrations, maps, and many boxed primary sources, the new edition of A History of Asia continues as a leader in its field. |
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INTRODUCTION Monsoon Asia as a Unit of Study | 1 |
Prehistoric Asia | 9 |
The Civilization of Ancient India | 20 |
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