Uncertain Passage analyzes China’s political, economic, and social transformation during the critical years following Mao Zedong’s death. The book traces the complexities of the transition period, marked by leadership struggles, policy reevaluations, and the gradual emergence of new reform-oriented directions. It explores how China grappled with stabilizing the state, redefining ideological…
This report examines the practice of political imprisonment in the People’s Republic of China, documenting patterns of arrest, detention, and punishment of individuals targeted for their political views or perceived dissent. It analyzes the legal and administrative mechanisms used to justify political detentions, including “re-education,” labor camps, and forms of extrajudicial punishment.
The Maker of Modern Japan: The Life of Tokugawa Ieyasu presents an in-depth biography of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founding shogun whose leadership laid the foundations for more than two centuries of peace and stability in Japan. The book traces Ieyasu’s early struggles, political alliances, and military strategies that enabled him to rise to power during Japan’s era of civil war. It highlights …
Politics in China (Second Edition) provides an overview of China’s political system, its historical foundations, and the key institutions that shape governance. The book explains how the Communist Party functions as the core of political authority, detailing its organizational structure, policy-making processes, and mechanisms of control. It also examines the state apparatus, the role of the …
Le Calice Jusqu’à la Lie – Première Partie, Chapitres presents a detailed and personal account of Cambodia’s political and social transformations as witnessed and experienced by the author. This first part traces the early stages of the nation’s crisis, highlighting key historical events, internal conflicts, and the growing tensions that shaped Cambodia’s modern trajectory. Through …
Le Calice Jusqu’à la Lie – Deuxième Partie, Chapitres continues the author’s reflective and historical narrative on Cambodia’s political turmoil and national struggle. In this second part, the book explores pivotal events, personal testimonies, and political developments that shaped the nation during periods of conflict and transition. The chapters delve into the experiences of key fi…
Zaman Gemilang: Tjintjin Permata dari Cambodja mengisahkan perjalanan dan peran penting Tjintjin, seorang tokoh yang dikenal sebagai “permata dari Kamboja,” dalam dinamika sejarah dan kebudayaan kawasan tersebut. Buku ini menggambarkan latar kehidupan, perjuangan, serta kontribusi Tjintjin dalam masa-masa penting yang disebut sebagai “zaman gemilang.” Melalui narasi historis dan biograf…
Cambodia: A Travel Survival Kit serves as a comprehensive guide for travelers seeking practical information and cultural insight about Cambodia. The book provides essential details on transportation, accommodation, local customs, and key destinations, helping visitors navigate the country safely and efficiently. It also includes historical background, cultural notes, and advice on interacting w…
Cambodia Year Zero documents the dramatic and devastating transformation of Cambodia following the rise of the Khmer Rouge in 1975. The book provides a detailed account of the regime’s radical policies, including forced evacuations, abolition of urban life, collectivization of agriculture, and the systematic dismantling of social, cultural, and political structures. Through eyewitness testimo…
Cambodia in the Southeast Asian War provides an in-depth analysis of Cambodia’s political, military, and social landscape during the period of conflict surrounding the Vietnam War. The book examines Cambodia’s strategic position in Indochina, the policies of Prince Norodom Sihanouk, and the pressures placed on the country by both communist and anti-communist forces. Through detailed histori…