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Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh: The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume II), a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Mutiny Memoirs: Being Personal Reminiscences of the Great Sepoy Revolt of 1857, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

In Asia the "Age of Extremes" witnessed many forms of mass violence and genocide, related to the rise and fall of the Japanese Empire, the proxy wars of the Cold War, and the anti-colonial nation building processes that often led to new conflicts and civil wars. The present volume is considered an introductory reader that deals with different forms of mass violence and genocide in Asia, discusses the perspectives of victims and perpetrators alike.

Theo ¿ánh giá c¿a T¿ kheo Ni - Ni tr¿¿ng Thích N¿ Nguyên Thanh (Tr¿ trì chùa An L¿c ¿ San Jose, Hoa K¿) thì "T¿p sách NI GI¿I VI¿T NAM HO¿NG PHÁP T¿I HOA K¿... là m¿t b¿¿c ¿¿u tiên phong và là s¿ ¿óng góp tích c¿c cho m¿t b¿c tranh sinh ¿¿ng c¿a Ni Gi¿i Vi¿t Nam t¿i Hoa K¿. T¿p sách tái hi¿n ¿¿¿c l¿ch s¿ truy¿n th¿a và ti¿p n¿i m¿ng m¿ch Ph¿t Pháp c¿a hàng N¿ l¿u trong k¿ nguyên m¿i - K¿ nguyên c¿a th¿ k¿ XX - XXI hi¿n ¿¿i và d¿n thân".Hay, nh¿ T¿ Kheo Ni - Ni Tr¿¿ng Thích N¿ Giác H¿¿ng (Tr¿ trì chùa V¿n H¿nh ¿ Seattle, Hoa K¿) tâm s¿: "Là b¿c ti¿n b¿i v¿ Ni ¿i tr¿¿c, ¿¿ th¿ hi¿n s¿ ¿¿ng c¿m, và ¿¿ khích l¿ sách t¿n Ch¿ Ni tr¿ tôi ¿ã m¿o mu¿i nh¿n l¿i, NI GI¿I VI¿T NAM HO¿NG PHÁP T¿I HOA K¿ - T¿p sách nh¿ m¿t s¿i dây g¿n k¿t ch¿ Ni s¿ng ¿ Hoa K¿, chung s¿c trong các Ph¿t s¿, cùng nhau hoàn thành b¿n ph¿n c¿a nh¿ng ng¿¿i con gái ¿¿c Ph¿t dành tr¿n m¿t ¿¿i tu hành trong l¿i s¿ng thanh b¿n gi¿n d¿, nh¿ng không ng¿ng trau d¿i t¿ duy, th¿ng hoa lên ¿¿nh cao c¿a trí tu¿, m¿i mang ¿¿¿c chân lý trong nh¿ng l¿i d¿y vàng ng¿c c¿a ¿¿c Ph¿t h¿¿ng con ng¿¿i ¿¿n CHÂN - THI¿N - M¿. Nh¿ng tôi c¿ng bi¿t ¿¿ hoàn thành nhi¿m v¿ c¿a m¿t s¿ gi¿ Nh¿ Lai, "nh¿ng ng¿¿i con gái c¿a ¿¿c Ph¿t v¿¿ng ph¿i không ít th¿ thách và khó kh¿n"".Th¿t ¿úng v¿y, ¿¿c k¿ 70 bài vi¿t (cùng 460 ¿nh t¿ li¿u kèm theo) c¿a trên 60 v¿ thu¿c Ni Gi¿i Vi¿t Nam ¿ang h¿ng ngày, h¿ng gi¿ bi¿t t¿ v¿¿t qua nh¿ng khó kh¿n khác bi¿t, tr¿ ng¿i v¿ ngôn ng¿, t¿p quán, l¿i s¿ng và v¿n hóa c¿a c¿ dân nh¿p c¿ v¿i c¿ dân b¿n ¿¿a ¿¿ không ng¿ng xi¿n d¿¿ng Chánh pháp - Höng D¿¿ng Ph¿t Pháp ¿úng nh¿ tâm ni¿m c¿a sön gi¿ Ti¿n s¿ - Ni s¿ Thích N¿ Gi¿i H¿¿ng trong "L¿i ¿¿u" c¿a T¿p sách này: "Dòng ch¿y c¿a Ch¿ Ni t¿ th¿i Ph¿t ¿¿n th¿i c¿n và hi¿n ¿¿i ¿ã hi¿n h¿u Höng Pháp và ti¿p n¿i l¿p tr¿¿c l¿p sau và ¿i mãi. ¿i mãi không ng¿ng ngh¿. Tuy¿n t¿p NI GI¿I VI¿T NAM HO¿NG PHÁP T¿I HOA K¿ nh¿ nh¿ng nét ch¿m phá ghi l¿i nhân duyên ¿¿ sanh, b¿ x¿ và Höng Pháp c¿a c¿ng ¿¿ng Ch¿ Ni Vi¿t Nam t¿i nhi¿u ti¿u bang c¿a Hoa K¿ trong th¿ k¿ XX và XXI (tính t¿ n¿m 1975 ¿¿n nay) nh¿ m¿t ni¿m tin m¿t s¿ t¿ hào chính ¿áng, m¿t s¿ hãnh di¿n chính ¿áng c¿n ¿¿¿c xem là m¿t c¿m nang chia s¿ kinh nghi¿m cho l¿p Ni chúng h¿u h¿c tri¿n v¿ng sau này".Nhà Xu¿t b¿n chúng tôi th¿u hi¿u và ¿¿ng c¿m v¿i nh¿ng gì mà hai v¿ T¿ kheo Ni - Ni tr¿¿ng Thích N¿ Nguyên Thanh và T¿ kheo Ni - Ni tr¿¿ng Thích N¿ Giác H¿¿ng, cùng ti¿n s¿ - Ni s¿ Thích N¿ Gi¿i H¿¿ng - Nhà sön gi¿ ¿ã t¿a b¿ch trên ¿ây v¿ nh¿ng gì mà Ni Gi¿i Vi¿t Nam ¿ Hoa K¿ ¿ã ¿¿t ¿¿¿c, ¿ã làm ¿¿¿c và c¿n làm ti¿p, c¿n ¿¿t ti¿p, trên con ¿¿¿ng xi¿n d¿¿ng Chánh pháp Höng pháp nói riêng. Và duy trì b¿o t¿n phát tri¿n b¿n s¿c v¿n hóa Ph¿t giáo Vi¿t Nam ¿ Hoa K¿ c¿ng nh¿ ¿ h¿i ngöi nói chung.NXB H¿NG ¿¿C

The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 18 of 55 ; 1617-1620 ; Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Shrouded by MYSTERY, MISINFORMATION, and CONSPIRACY, Freemasonry remains one of the least understood organizations of all time. Currently with over six million members worldwide, the brotherhood has included some of the most powerful men in history. Who are the FREEMASONS? While it is true that modern Freemasonry bears some similarity to ancient organizations by way of their initiation rituals, symbolism, and philosophy, there really is no substantiating proof that it is directly related to any of them. One thing we can say with certainty is that as Western culture and influence penetrated the far corners of the world, Freemasons were notably at the forefront, ushering in rapid change, modernization, and enlightenment. Was this merely coincidental, or was it by design?Find out in Asia's Masonic Reformation.

Focusing on the ancient, medieval, and early-modern eras, this collection considers the beginnings of Sino-Japanese Relations in the Ancient East Asian World, focusing on changes of the East Asian international system. It examines the establishment of the East Asian International Order in the 7th Century and the advance of Sino- Japanese relations in medieval times. It also considers the impact of initial contact with modern Western powers on modernization, and examines the points of rupture which deeply affected both cultures, for China the Opium War, and for Japan it the Black Ships of Commodore Matthew Perry and the Meiji Restoration. Based on research conducted jointly by Chinese and Japanese scholars, this collection provides a unique insight into the development of Chinese and Japanese culture from comparative perspectives, offering an in-depth study of the countries' political, religious and societal structures to deepen objective perception toward history and promote mutualunderstanding in East Asia.

The Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society, China Branch, 2022 edition. This edition includes writings from Duncan Hewitt, Paul French, Graham Earnshaw, James Carter, Jeremiah Jenne, Sven A. Serrano, Julie Chun, George Godula, John Darwin Van Fleet, Yufeng Lucas Wu, Frances Wood and Edith Terry.

The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 37of 551630-34Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, As Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

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#1 New York Times Bestseller<BR><BR>THE FIRST EVER OFFICIAL BOOK-<BR>Published in celebration of BTS's 10th Anniversary, stories that go beyond what you already know about BTS, including unreleased photos, QR codes of videos, and all album information.<BR><BR>After taking their first step into the world on June 13, 2013, BTS will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut in June 2023. They have risen to the peak as an iconic global artist and during this meaningful time, they look back on their footsteps in the first official book. In doing so, BTS nurtures the power to build brighter days and they choose to take another step on a road that no one has gone before.<BR><BR>BTS shares personal, behind-the-scenes stories of their journey so far through interviews and more than three years of in-depth coverage by Myeongseok Kang, who has written about K-pop and other Korean pop culture in various media. Presented chronologically in seven chapters from before the debut of BTS to the present, their vivid voices and opinions harmonize to tell a sincere, lively, and deep story. In individual interviews that have been conducted without a camera or makeup, they illuminate their musical journey from multiple angles and discuss its significance.<BR><BR>In addition, portrait photos that show BTS as individuals and artists open the book, and throughout there are concept photos, tracklists of all previous albums, and over 330 QR codes. As digital artists, BTS has been communicating with the world through the internet and this book allows readers to immediately access trailers, music videos, and more online to have a rich understanding of all the key moments in BTS history. Complete with a timeline of all major milestones, BEYOND THE STORY is a remarkable archive-truly everything about BTS in one volume.

Embark on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Korean arts with "Korean Art Odyssey." This book delves into the fascinating world of Korean artistic expression, tracing its origins from prehistoric times to the vibrant contemporary scene.Uncover the evolution of Korean arts, Immerse yourself in the distinctive regional styles that emerged during the Three Kingdoms period, and witness the zenith of Buddhist and secular art during the Unified Silla era.Explore the traditional forms of Korean art, such as calligraphy, painting, pottery, and sculpture, each with its unique styles and techniques. Discover the captivating works of renowned artists like Kim Hong-do, Lee Jung-seob, Nam June Paik, and Lee Bul, who have left an indelible mark on art.Unveil the cultural influences that have shaped Korean arts, from the profound impact of Confucianism and Buddhism to the vibrant expressions of shamanism and folk culture. Delve into the future of Korean arts, where contemporary artists push boundaries and embrace new mediums to express their views on identity, society, and the digital age.

This book highlights the gains that a citizenship approach offers to the study of democracy in Indonesia, demonstrating that the struggle for citizenship and the historical development of democracy in the country are closely interwoven. The book arises from a research agenda aiming to help Indonesia's democracy activists by unpacking citizenship as it is produced and practiced through movements against injustice, taking the shape of struggles by people at grassroots levels for cultural recognition, social and economic injustice, and popular representation. Such struggles in Indonesia have engaged with the state through both discursive and non-discursive processes. The authors show that while the state is the common focal point, these struggles are fragmented across different sectors and subject positions. The authors thus propose that developing chains of solidarity is highly important to motivating a democracy that not only has sovereign control over public affairs, but also robust channels and organisations for political representation. In advocating the development of transformative agendas, organisations, and strategies as an important need, and an enduring challenge, for the realization of citizenship, this book is timely and relevant to the study of contemporary Indonesia's socio-political landscape. It is relevant to students and scholars in anthropology and development studies concerned with democratisation in the Global South, as well as practitioners in NGOs.

Lord Lawrence, has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.

This is a story about the 4th Division, 3rd of the 12th Battalion operations in Vietnam from 1967 to 1970. It is based on operation reports, observations in the field, actual experiences and interviews, "Espirit" magazine, an Army publication, and military procedures. Grey feather is a term from the tribes of Indians. It is awarded to each brave to insure all watch each other, are loyal to the tribe, and fight for the same causes. The values are the same. The Vietnam War was much like that, as men fought together for a common cause, and earned their grey feather from the battles and time they spent. Grey Feathers is the story of a combat platoon leader's role and responsibilities in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam from 1967 to 1970. The story is derived from the countless after-action reports, personal observations and experiences, interviews, and 4th division magazine articles about this period of the Vietnam War. Battle scenes are described as accurately as possible, based on combat action reports. This book intends to describe the events and show how unselfish and brave the unit responded to overcome the overwhelming battle condition odds. It also shows the difficulties of decision-making under fire, whether by the officer or enlisted man. The pressure of battle forced quick decisions and movements. Support units such as helicopter gunships, F-4 Phantom pilots, supply transporters, armored vehicles, naval artillery, MedEvac helicopters, and field hospitals performed admirably and with distinction. All earned their Grey Feathers.

The Naga form a minority in Northeast India and the northwest of Myanmar - and consist at the same time of thirty different ethnicities: three to four million people, with numerous languages. How do they manage to preserve their traditional history and integrate into altered ways of life? How do fit that together with modern tattoos, fashion, and social media? What role does Christianity play? Authors among others from Naga Land describe various facets of their contemporary and current culture and make the Naga collection of the Ethnological Museum in Berlin appear in a new light, supplemented with contemporary objects. The artist Zubeni Lotha shows the life of the Naga today in impressive photographs.

Nombreux sont ceux qui ont tenté d'écrire, en toutes langues, qui une histoire de la Chine, qui un abrégé de celle du Japon. Tel s'est intéressé à la Turquie ; tel autre à l'Iran ; tel autre encore à l'Inde. Mais très rares les écrivains qui ont eu la témérité ou l'audace de brosser, de la préhistoire à l'heure actuelle, le raccourci d'un continent. Ici apparaît l'originalité du regretté René Grousset, dont l'ouvrage posthume, La Face de l'Asie, est « l'admirable relation d'un voyage dans le temps et l'espace asiatique ». Le commentateur en ces termes du manuscrit inachevé ¿ M. George Deniker ¿ a dû écrire deux chapitres (plutôt deux parties) : « la Chine, terre de culture et objet de convoitises » ; « le Japon, le Pacifique et l'Extrême- Orient ». Ce qui représente exactement la moitié du livre dont Grousset laissait les feuillets consacrés au « génie sémitique » ; aux « valeurs turques » ; à « l'Iran et son rôle historique » ; à « l'Inde de toujours et d'aujourd'hui ». Lourde tâche que celle de M. Deniker, mais qu'il a assumée avec honneur. Il est vrai qu'il y était préparé par un long séjour à Pékin en qualité d'interprète à la Légation de France.Ce qui frappe dans la quête de Grousset, c'est sa curiosité énorme, servie par un esprit clair ; sa facilité à reconstituer des ensembles, à découvrir, entre les peuples, interférences, incidences, correspondances ; son libéralisme ; son idéalisme ; son goût de la grandeur ; sa tristesse lucide, avec un arrière-goût d'Ecclésiaste. Les lecteurs s'arrêteront plus volontiers aux considérations actuelles. En veulent-ils quelques exemples ? Révolte récente de l'Iran contre l'Angleterre : « Dans sa révolte contre Y Anglo-Iranian, la Perse bénéficiait de nouveau de sa situation d'empire du milieu. » Où l'on voit restituer à l'Iran le rôle qu'il a joué souvent, de la Syrie au Pamir. Grousset se plaît à découvrir les articulations du corps asiatique dans l'espace et la durée ; à décrire l'apparition, la disparition et la surrection des Empires. Il nous verse, dans ce survol des civilisations, un breuvage d'Asie qui grise ou donne un peu le vertige. Sa tristesse nous point : « N'est-ce pas une des lois de l'histoire que l'épanouissement littéraire et artistique d'un pays soit loin de nécessairement coïncider avec les périodes de stabilité et de grandeur politiques ? » Cette consolation, si c'en est une, offerte aux peuples en régression est corroborée par une condamnation : « Quand le destin a inutilement prodigué à une société, en même temps que toutes les faveurs, tous les avertissements, et qu'elle s'obstine dans le suicide, sa destruction n'est-elle pas une satisfaction pour l'esprit ? »Comblés d'événements, de rapprochements et de considérations, essayons de tirer la leçon du livre ; et celle d'un mot qui figure dans la phrase précédente : l'histoire est un avertissement.

Life in an Indian Outpost, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Brief summary of India's subjugation by the British, its non-violent and successful struggle for independence and partition of British India. A short spell of British Dominion status of Independent India when consolidation of the entire Indian sub-continent, barring a few enclaves, took place for the first time in the history of India, in spite of a war imposed on India by Pakistan in an attempt to annex Jammu and Kashmir. During these 30 months, an elaborate constitution was framed and written for the Republic of India. Then came the first Republic Day; the true freedom, at the end of thirty months, which was celebrated with great pomp and show. Truly it was a momentous period in the history of India.

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