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In How Asia Works, Joe Studwell distills extensive research into the economics of nine countries - Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, and China - into an accessible narrative that debunks Western misconceptions, shows what really happened in Asia and why, and for once makes clear why some countries have boomed while others have languished.

“A glittering memoir of his walk in the Himalayas—within which is a story of family tragedy, perseverance and love, told with vast insight and grace.” — Meg Rosoff , winner of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award and author of How I Live Now, Jonathan Unleashed and The Great Godden In September 2016, at the age of 65, Nigel Roberts embarked on a two month trek through Dolpo, one of the most remote regions in Nepal.

Favereau takes us inside one of the most powerful sources of cross-border integration in world history. The Horde was the central node in the Eurasian commercial boom of the 13th and 14th centuries and was a conduit for exchanges across thousands of miles. Its unique political regime - a complex power-sharing arrangement among the khan and the nobility - rewarded skillful administrators and diplomats and fostered an economic order that was mobile, organized, and innovative.  

Why did humans abandon hunting and gathering for sedentary communities dependent on livestock and cereal grains and governed by precursors of today's states? Most people believe that plant and animal domestication allowed humans, finally, to settle down and form agricultural villages, towns, and states, which made possible civilization, law, public order, and a presumably secure way of living. But archaeological and historical evidence challenges this narrative.

China's Quest for Military Supremacy provides a broad and accessible exploration of Chinese military power, including relations between the Chinese Communist Party and its army, the strategic worldview of Chinese leaders, military strategy and resourcing, conventional and nuclear modernization, military diplomacy and coercion, preparations for war, and the People's Liberation Army's emerging global role.

For more than a millennium, the Byzantine Empire presided over the juncture between East and West, as well as the transition from the classical to the modern world. Rather than recounting the standard chronology of emperors and battles, leading Byzantium scholar Jonathan Harris focuses on a succession of archetypal figures, families, places, and events.

Dive into this epic military history and discover how nomadic horse archers built the largest land empire ever known. Perfect for an immersive commute or a focused listening session, this sweeping narrative transports you directly to the harsh Eurasian steppes. Watch as fractured clans transform...

Uncover the Southeast Asian history and fierce resilience of a megacity reborn from war and colonization. Watch a humble river settlement transform into Vietnam’s economic engine through decades of imperial conquest. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative brings vibrant...

Discover how a rugged Himalayan kingdom defied expanding empires to remain fiercely independent and unconquered. Perfect for your daily commute or armchair travel, this epic historical journey explores the breathtaking landscapes and brilliant military strategies that protected a sovereign...

Experience how pragmatic merchants outmaneuvered elite samurai to build Japan's urban capitalism and economic might. Perfect for an educational commute, this immersive history explores the bustling rivers, rice exchanges, and guild networks of a low-lying delta that transformed into a financial...

Journey through five millennia of epic world history and Eastern philosophy to uncover the roots of human spirituality. Perfect for your daily commute or a contemplative weekend, this immersive narrative transports you from ancient Indus settlements to bustling trade routes. Experience the...

Experience the dramatic clash of samurai warlords and serene tea masters in this immersive Asian cultural history. Perfect for your daily commute or planning a trip to Japan, this atmospheric listen transforms ancient streets into a living timeline. Step beyond the glittering classical courts...

Explore a gripping Japanese history tracing one city's evolution from feudal stronghold to World War II epicenter. This sweeping military and social narrative captures four centuries of dramatic transformation. It grounds the massive scale of imperial ambition in the deeply personal lives of...

Witness the sweeping urban history of South India as a quiet fishing hamlet erupts into a booming global metropolis. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive historical journey charts the clash of colonial empires, the rise of commercial capitalism, and the fierce assertion of Tamil...

Witness the breathtaking rise of the Angkor empire and the survival of Khmer culture in this immersive history. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or preparing for international travel, this evocative narrative transports you directly to the heart of mainland Southeast Asia...

Explore the epic military history of exiled steppe nomads uniting to conquer and reshape medieval Eurasia. This gripping historical narrative traces the brutal rise of Temujin from an impoverished outcast to the legendary Chinggis Khan. Perfect for an educational commute, this immersive journey...

Witness the dramatic political struggle that transformed a rigid samurai society into a modern global empire. This gripping historical narrative plunges you into the intense cultural clash of nineteenth-century Japan. Perfect for your morning commute, it offers an immersive look at a nation...

Uncover the awe-inspiring urban history of a resilient fishing village forging itself into a futuristic global megacity. Whether you are prepping for a trip to Japan or seeking an energetic narrative for your daily commute, this sweeping saga transports you across four centuries. Experience the...

Trace the epic history of how fierce samurai and sacred emperors transformed an isolated island into a modern giant. Perfect for an educational commute, this sweeping narrative captures the dramatic evolution of military governments and deeply rooted traditions. You will experience the...