This book provides a clear and accessible account of political and economic development in Pacific Asia. Adopting a comparative and historical approach, it examines the factors behind the 'East Asian Miracle' which has transformed the economies and societies of South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
Wise-cracking political scientist DMJ has done it again with this lucid account of political development in Pacific Asia. Never afraid to challenge the scholarly establishment, Jones delinks development and democratization in a stunning, revisionist chapter on the dependent nature of the Pacific Asian Noveaux Riches.A seminal volume, essential reading for anyone serious about Asia. Only one thing - Jones should give up wearing white golf suits!
Insightful
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
David Martin Jones has explored the nature of the region with great insight and depth. I would certainly recommened this book for anyone with an interest in this fascinating topic
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