Historical Dictionary of Taiwan (Republic of China)

(Hardback, Fourth Edition)

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Taiwan is an island located off the east coast of southern China. It is the largest piece of territory under the jurisdiction of the nation known officially as the Republic of China. Taiwan is a place of contradictions. Its successful economic and political modernization have stimulated the imaginations of most observers. Still its nation-state status has been constricted and weakened. It covets and pursues peace; yet it is a vortex actor in global strategic/military competition. It is small; yet its importance far exceeds its size. It has long occupied a critical place in history; even though it has not sought this it appears inevitable that it will continue to be so. This fourth edition of Historical Dictionary of the Taiwan (Republic of China) covers its history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 600 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Taiwan.

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The first edition of this dictionary, which is part of the 'Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East' series edited by Jon Woronoff, was published in 1993, and as vast changes have taken place in Taiwan since then, it is laudable that Profes-sor Copper updates this book regularly. . . .[T]his book contains an impressive amount of highly helpful information, and since it is also well written, it makes interesting and enjoyable reading for anyone interested in Taiwan. It is especially recommendable for students, journalists, and researchers. . . .[A] very useful dictionary. * Rezensionen *

Author Bio

John F. Copper is Stanley J. Buckman Professor Emieritus of International Studies at Rhodes College, in Memphis. He is the author of more than thirty books on Asia, China, and Taiwan.