| Description |
xxv, 240 pages : maps ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Geographic imperatives -- A model empire in Asia -- Peasant wars and imperial capitalism -- The tragedy of geographic negligence -- The neoconservative making of Southeast Asia -- The guilt of colonialism |
| Summary |
"America's Strategy in Southeast Asia contends that the construction of Southeast Asia as a geographic entity has been a crucial component in the creation of the American empire. For example, America's most blatant experience of colonial rule occurred in the Philippines, America's longest war was fought in Vietnam, and most recently, some American policymakers have identified Southeast Asia as the "Second Front" in the War on Terror. Yet, America's overriding strategy in Southeast Asia and the region itself remains something of a mystery for the American populace - a "black box" in America's geographical imagination. This clear and innovative book educates readers about Southeast Asia's importance in American foreign policy."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Geopolitics -- Southeast Asia.
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Power (Social sciences)
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| SUBJECT |
Asia, Southeastern -- Politics and government -- 1945- http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh86007765
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Asia, Southeastern -- Foreign relations -- United States.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2008117035
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United States -- Foreign relations -- Southeast Asia.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2007100091
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| LC no. |
2006024730 |
| ISBN |
9780742553576 cloth alkaline paper |
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0742553574 cloth alkaline paper |
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9780742553583 paperback alkaline paper |
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0742553582 paperback alkaline paper |
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