Abstract

The seventh edition of D.R. SarDesai’s Southeast Asia: Past and Present is an ambitious and updated study that gives the reader a sweeping and informative view of the history of the region. In about 370 pages, SarDesai seeks to introduce readers to the major themes and problems in Southeast Asian history from the prehistoric period to the present. For students of Southeast Asian history, this text offers a solid introduction to the region while providing an ample base from which to leap into more specific issues using the book’s considerable bibliography.

Keywords: China, Education, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Political Science, Southeast Asia, United States, Vietnam, World History

How to Cite:

G. Malek, J., (2014) “Southeast Asia: Past & Present (Seventh Edition)”, Education About Asia 19(2).

Rights: https://www.asianstudies.org/publications/eaa/archives/southeast-asia-past-present-seventh-edition/