A History of Asia is the only text to cover the area known as 'monsoon Asia'--India, China, Southeast Asia, Korea, and Japan--from the earliest of times to the present. Written by leading scholar Rhoads Murphey, the book's extensive analysis integrates the complex and diverse political, social, intellectual, and economic histories of this area with an engaging and lively style of writing. A History of Asia (6th Edition) PDF ebook. Author: unknown Other Format: PDF. Pc ord software download pc. Young Folks' History of Rome. Have not added any book description!

Description For one- or two-semester courses on the history of East Asia. This accessible text offers a comprehensive history of China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam, including coverage of everyday life, women and gender-related issues, and the environment–topics often neglected in other texts. Throughout his distinguished career, author Rhoads Murphey has inspired within students an appreciation for the rich and unique history of Asia. The Fifth Edition of this text on East Asia is certain to bring this fascinating region to life for many of today’s students.