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Blood and Silk: Power and Conflict in Modern Southeast Asia
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Southeast Asia's dynamics revealed through real stories.
If you're intrigued by the intricate weave of politics, culture, and conflict in Southeast Asia, "Blood and Silk" could be an enlightening pick for you. Not only does Michael Vatikiotis delve into the complexities of the region with a personal touch, but he also brings to the forefront the ground realities that influence global dynamics. It's a look from the inside out, where negotiations, personal accounts, and the history of violence and peace coexist, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the contemporary pulse of Asia.
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ISBN: 9781474602037
Authors:
Michael Vatikiotis
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Date of Publication: 2018-09-04
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 485 readers)
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A lively and learned guide to the politics, personalities and conflicts that are shaping a dynamic group of countries. A fascinating and many-layered portrait of Southeast Asia. Why are the region's richest countries such as Malaysia riddled with corruption? Why do Myanmar, Thailand and the Philippines harbour unresolved violent insurgencies? How do deepening religious divisions in Indonesia and Malaysia and China's growing influence affect the region and the rest of the world? Thought-provoking and eye-opening, Blood and Silk is an accessible, personal look at modern Southeast Asia, written by one of the region's most experienced outside observers. This is a first-hand account of what it's like to sit at the table with deadly Thai Muslim insurgents, mediate between warring clans in the Southern Philippines and console the victims of political violence in Indonesia - all in an effort to negotiate peace, and understand the reasons behind endemic violence.
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Southeast Asia's dynamics revealed through real stories.
If you're intrigued by the intricate weave of politics, culture, and conflict in Southeast Asia, "Blood and Silk" could be an enlightening pick for you. Not only does Michael Vatikiotis delve into the complexities of the region with a personal touch, but he also brings to the forefront the ground realities that influence global dynamics. It's a look from the inside out, where negotiations, personal accounts, and the history of violence and peace coexist, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the contemporary pulse of Asia.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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