Asia's cauldron : the South China Sea and the end of a stable Pacific / Robert D. Kaplan.

Author/creator Kaplan, Robert D., 1952- author.
Format Book
EditionFirst edition.
PublicationNew York : Random House, [2014]
Descriptionxxi, 225 pages : maps ; 25 cm
Subjects

Contents Prologue : the ruins of Champa -- The humanist dilemma -- China's Caribbean -- The fate of Vietnam -- The concert of civilizations? -- The good autocrat -- America's colonial burden -- Asia's Berlin -- The state of nature -- Epilogue : the slums of Borneo.
Abstract "An examination of the future role of the South China sea in international relations and a tour of the the nations surrounding the South China Sea and their interests in the region. In exploring each of these countries individually, Kaplan clearly shows where the conflicts may arise and why they will be challenging for the international community"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 195-208) and index.
LCCN 2013036100
ISBN0812994329 (hardcover : acid-free paper)
ISBN9780812994322 (hardcover : acid-free paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks JZ1980 .K37 2014 ✔ Available Place Hold