The emergence of an international system in est Asia. -- Shadows over Tang splendor. -- East Asia uncentered. -- The Mongol ascendancy. -- The resurgence of Chinese power and the coming of Islam. -- Europe and japan disrupt the East Asian international order. -- The great Qing Empire. -- Triumph of the West. -- The ascendance of japan. -- Challenge to the West. -- War and decolonization, 1932-1949. -- The Cold War in East Asia. -- The resurgence of East Asian economic power. -- On the eve of the 21st century. -- Closing thoughts.

1. East Asia -- Relations -- Foreign countries
2. Southeast Asia -- Relations -- Foreign countries