Looks at how the end of the war in the Pacific theater of World War II led to new conflicts among the Asian people of the former Japanese empire, analyzing the implications of these battles between political rivals, ethnic groups, and nationalist factions.

In 2015, footloose lawyer and screenwriter William Han set out to travel the ancient Silk Road from China to Europe, following the footsteps of a Chinese explorer who tried to make contact with the Roman Empire in the first century AD. Born in Taiwan, raised in New Zealand, and freshly liberated from a New York law firm, he relied largely on a big smile and a firm handshake on a voyage through both space and time as from northwest China through Central...

"China has the largest population of any country in the world, and it's just one of the ... countries included in the region of East and Southeast Asia. From ancient dynasties to colonial powers, this book explores the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped this region. Readers will learn about what it means to be a citizen of the countries in this region, and how that compares and contrasts to citizenship in other areas of the world"--Provided...

Discusses the people, plants, animals, geographical features, and cultures of Asia.

"Earth's highest and lowest surface points can be found in Asia, the largest continent. Travelers flock to Asia to gaze upon the Great Wall and the Taj Mahal. Some even aspire to climb Mount Everest! Pick up this book to discover more about this continent that is home to more than four billion people"--Provided by the publisher.

Naively following a Burmese jungle tour guide who has allured them with stories about seductive tribal women, backpackers Will and Jake discover that they have been set up to provide cover for the guide's deadly smuggling operation.

Asian-American culture encompasses many different countries. Learn about different cultures while putting together crafts that represent each.

From Japan's bustling, bright streets to its tranquil temples, readers have so much to discover about this amazing country! This title covers information like Japan's common foods, its largest cities and capital, plants and animals, and things to see and do.

An introduction to some of Asia's endangered animals that provides an overview of the region's climate and habitats and profiles five animals that are in danger of becoming extinct.

A biography of the Italian traveler who became the first European to cross Asia completely and document his experiences.