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The Mongol army led by Genghis Khan subjugated more lands and people in 25 years than the Romans did in 400....

Legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy and zen philosophy....

Many books have been written on the tragic decisions regarding Vietnam made by the stars of the Kennedy and Johnson administrations. Yet despite many words of analysis and reflection, no historian has been able to explain why such decent and previously successful men stumbled so badly...

Dive deep into the enchanting world of Korean mythology with this comprehensive collection that brings together three classic works on Korea's rich tapestry of tales, legends, and folklore. Whether you're a lover of mythology or otherwise, this collection offers a treasure trove of stories....

In In Order to Live, Yeonmi Park shines a light not just into the darkest corners of life in North Korea, describing the deprivation and deception she endured and which millions of North Korean people continue to endure to this day....

A riveting narrative, Dereliction of Duty focuses on a fascinating cast of characters: President Lyndon Johnson, Robert McNamara, McGeorge Bundy, and other aides who deliberately deceived the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the US Congress, and the American public....

A vivid, uniquely powerful history of the conflict that tore America apart....

Uncover the true story of the man who unified medieval Japan....

Journalist Patricia Evangelista came of age in the aftermath of a street revolution that forged a new future for the Philippines. Three decades later, in the face of mounting inequality, the nation discovered the fragility of its democratic institutions under the regime of strongman Rodrigo Duterte.

This Pulitzer Prize-winning history of World War II chronicles the dramatic rise and fall of the Japanese empire....

The dramatic, pulse-pounding story of Harry Truman's first four months in office, when this unlikely president had to take on Germany, Japan, Stalin, and the atomic bomb....

The Anarchy tells the remarkable story of how one of the world’s most magnificent empires disintegrated and came to be replaced by a dangerously unregulated private company....

Vietnam became the Western world’s most divisive modern conflict. Max Hastings has spent the past three years interviewing participants on both sides, as well as researching a multitude of American and Vietnamese documents and memoirs, to create an epic narrative of an epic struggle....

In the weeks after Japan finally surrendered to the Allies to end World War II, the world turned to the question of how to move on from years of carnage and destruction....

The most authoritative biography of Mao ever written....

The remarkable life of history’s first foreign-born samurai and his astonishing journey from Northeast Africa to the heights of Japanese society....

A narrative history of how Attila, Genghis Khan and the so-called barbarians of the steppes shaped world civilization....

One of the US government's leading China experts reveals the hidden strategy fueling that country's rise - and how Americans have been seduced into helping China overtake us....

In 1965, the US government helped the Indonesian military kill approximately one million innocent civilians. This was one of the most important turning points of the 20th century, eliminating the largest communist party outside China and the USSR and inspiring copycat terror programs....

The explosive first-hand account of America's secret history in Afghanistan....

Sparks challenges stereotypes of a China where the state has quashed all free thought, revealing instead a country engaged in one of humanity's great struggles of memory against forgetting—a battle that will shape China in the mid-21st century....

This piece of writing by famed samurai Musashi (1584–1645) is the single-most influential work on samurai swordsmanship, offering insights into samurai history, the Zen Buddhist state of "no-mind" that enables warriors to triumph and the philosophical meaning of Bushido....

In this sweeping and insightful history, Henry Kissinger turns for the first time at book length to a country he has known intimately for decades and whose modern relations with the West he helped shape....

Few books have had such an impact: a popular best seller, a critically acclaimed history of China, a tragic tale of nightmarish cruelty, and an uplifting story of bravery and survival....

A mesmerizing narrative about the rise and fall of an unlikely international crime boss....

Born and raised amid Japan's cherry blossom-strewn paths and misty mountains, I've felt the pulse of the country in every serene garden and bustling city street. With profound admiration and joy, I present "Japan Travel Guide", a heartfelt tribute to the boundless beauty and spirit of the Land of the Rising Sun.

A brief history of Manchuria.

The West looted millions of priceless relics from China during the colonial era. It's time to give them back. This book tells the story of when they were stolen, who stole them and where they are now. It also offers a way to give China back its treasures which should be acceptable to everyone.

Who was Dambijantsan?A Buddhist monk; a freedom fighter for Mongolian independence; the descendant of Amursanaa (1723–1757), the Western Mongol who led the last great uprising against the Qing Dynasty of China; the incarnation of Mahakala, the Buddhist god of war; bandit, torturer, murderer, or evil incarnate? During his lifetime no one was sure who he really was, and even today the controversy about his life continues. Born in what is now the Republic of Kalmykia, part of the Russian Federation, Dambijantsen traveled throughout Tibet, India, and China before arriving in Mongolia in 1890 ...

Zanabazar — First Bogd Gegeen of Mongolia Zanabazar (1635–1723) was, according to most reckonings, the sixteenth incarnation of Javsandamba. The first incarnation of Javsandamba is believed to have appeared around the time of the Buddha. As a small boy he was recognized as the spiritual leader of Mongolia and awarded the title of Bogd Gegeen. He would go on to play a role in the religious and political life of Mongolia analogous to that of the Dalai Lamas of Tibet. Zanabazar built temples and established monasteries, including one at what is now the site of Ulaanbaatar, the capital of ...

Revised and updated, and with each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan unlocks the secrets behind modern Japanese living - whether you're eating sushi in London or enjoying the cherry blossoms in San Francisco. And if you're dreaming of a future trip to Japan, this book will get you closer to your destination before you've even departed.

Following the mighty river upstream, this highly acclaimed, award-winning travelogue takes the listener on a voyage through 2000 miles of spectacular landscapes and fiercely contested territory, and back through 5000 years of rich and eventful history.

Dive into the thrilling and serene world of Shinto monks, street food vendors, anime characters, Okinawan centenarians, technological innovators, J-Pop megastars, ancient philosophers, onsen dwellers and so many more. There are so many ways to fall in love with Japan. It's home to one of the world's most unique cultures: a perfectly balanced celebration of past traditions; the vibrancy of now and the need to look fearlessly into the future.

In this brilliant, myth-busting account, Rodric Braithwaite, the former British ambassador to Moscow, challenges much of what we know about the Soviets in Afghanistan. He provides an inside look at this little-understood episode, using first-hand accounts and piercing analysis to show the war as it was fought and experienced by the Russians.

Submerge yourself in the unexplored realms of the ancient world with the intriguing new eBook, "Lost Depths.". This mesmerizing descent into the underwater mysteries of Yonaguni takes readers on an enthralling journey beneath the ocean's surface, illuminating secrets hidden for millennia. "Lost Depths" provides a captivating exploration of Japan's greatest underwater enigma. Our journey begins with Yonaguni, an underwater marvel that has mystified scholars for generations. This incredible tale dives deep into the astonishing contours of this submerged city, breaking the surface of ...

Step into "The Silk Road Revival"; an extraordinary voyage that weaves the enthralling tales of the ancient Silk Road with the emerging realities of its modern renaissance. As the stories unfold, travel, chapter by chapter, through the intricate tapestry of human adventure at each point along its route. This reads like an epic novel as much as it is an intriguing compendium of historical, socio-economic, and geopolitical insights. The initial chapters dive into the birth, growth, and eventual collapse of the ancient Silk Road. They explore the economics of trade, cultural exchanges, ...

Dive into the mesmerizing world of intricate cultural tapestries with "Cultural Kaleidoscope," a riveting eBook that illuminates the rich ethnic diversity of China. This deep-dive exploration extends far beyond textbook facts and figures, presenting readers with a unique and vibrant panorama of the country's ethnic minorities. Chapter by chapter, this captivating tome takes you through an enlightening journey across China, examining the diverse ethnic tapestry woven by the Evenki, Uyghur, Tibetan, Zhuang, Miao, and Bai cultures. The book perceptively uncovers the cultural idiosyncrasies, ...

Delve into the mysterious depths of Chinese history with the enthralling new eBook, "Decoding China's Past". This riveting journey takes an immersive plunge into the origins, philosophies, dynasties, and revolutions that define over three millennia of China's remarkable past. Sail from the dawn of its civilization and the first empire under the Qin Dynasty, to the Golden Age of the Han Dynasty and the cultural blossoming of the Tang dynasty. Get acquainted with the profound philosophies like Confucianism and Daoism that still weave an inherent part of Chinese character. Wander through the ...

Learn about how the dichotomous twins of idealism and pragmatism, of freedom and power, and of hope and fear are pitched against each other, wrestling for the future of Cambodia. This is Cambodia through the lens of human stories in what journalists and politicians have called 'gripping', 'a tour de force' and 'a must read'.

Journalist Patricia Evangelista came of age in the aftermath of a street revolution that forged a new future for the Philippines. Three decades later, in the face of mounting inequality, the nation discovered the fragility of its democratic institutions under the regime of strongman Rodrigo Duterte.