The United States And East Asia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A foundational work in diplomatic and political history, The United States and East Asia presents a sweeping examination of American foreign policy and its complex, often contentious relationship with the nations of East Asia from the nineteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. Richard W. Van Alstyne argues with scholarly authority that U.S. engagement in the Pacific was driven not merely by idealism or security concerns, but by deep-seated imperial ambitions and commercial interests that shaped every major policy decision. The work chronicles pivotal moments — from the opening of Japan and the acquisition of the Philippines to the rise of Chinese nationalism and the confrontations that preceded World War II — illustrating how these events were interconnected threads in a larger geopolitical tapestry. Written in a measured yet incisive academic tone, Van Alstyne's analysis challenges conventional narratives and urges readers to reconsider the motivations behind American expansionism in Asia. It remains an essential text for students of American history, international relations, and Pacific affairs.
Author: Richard W. Van Alstyne
Format: Hardback
Genre: Asian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A foundational work in diplomatic and political history, The United States and East Asia presents a sweeping examination of American foreign policy and its complex, often contentious relationship with the nations of East Asia from the nineteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. Richard W. Van Alstyne argues with scholarly authority that U.S. engagement in the Pacific was driven not merely by idealism or security concerns, but by deep-seated imperial ambitions and commercial interests that shaped every major policy decision. The work chronicles pivotal moments — from the opening of Japan and the acquisition of the Philippines to the rise of Chinese nationalism and the confrontations that preceded World War II — illustrating how these events were interconnected threads in a larger geopolitical tapestry. Written in a measured yet incisive academic tone, Van Alstyne's analysis challenges conventional narratives and urges readers to reconsider the motivations behind American expansionism in Asia. It remains an essential text for students of American history, international relations, and Pacific affairs.