Historical Dictionary of Taiwan (Republic of China)

by John F. Copper

Overview

Taiwan is an island located off the east coast of southern China. It is the largest piece of territory under the jurisdiction of the "nation" known officially as the Republic of China. Taiwan is a place of contradictions. Its successful economic and political modernization have stimulated the imaginations of most observers. Still its nation-state status has been constricted and weakened. It covets and pursues peace; yet it is a vortex actor in global strategic/military competition. It is small; yet its importance far exceeds its size. It has long occupied a critical place in history; even though it has not sought this it appears inevitable that it will continue to be so. This fourth edition of Historical Dictionary of the Taiwan (Republic of China) covers its history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 600 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Taiwan.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781442243064
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	12/19/2014
Series:	Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East
Edition description:	Fourth Edition
Pages:	438
Product dimensions:	6.60(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.50(d)

About the Author

John F. Copper is Stanley J. Buckman Professor Emieritus of International Studies at Rhodes College, in Memphis. He is the author of more than thirty books on Asia, China, and Taiwan.

Table of Contents

Preface

Reader’s Notes

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Map

Chronology

Introduction

THE DICTIONARY

Appendix A: Presidents, Vice Presidents, and Premiers since 1949

Appendix B: Selected Statistical Data

Bibliography

About the Author

Editorial Reviews

The first edition of this dictionary, which is part of the 'Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East' series edited by Jon Woronoff, was published in 1993, and as vast changes have taken place in Taiwan since then, it is laudable that Profes-sor Copper updates this book regularly.. . .[T]his book contains an impressive amount of highly helpful information, and since it is also well written, it makes interesting and enjoyable reading for anyone interested in Taiwan. It is especially recommendable for students, journalists, and researchers.. . .[A] very useful dictionary.

Rezensionen

Provides detailed information on places, events, and people in Taiwan, and explains the importance of each in terms of Taiwan's identity as nation or alternatively its ties to China..

Book News

A timely update, recommended for public and academic libraries.

Choice

Provides detailed information on places, events, and people in Taiwan, and explains the importance of each in terms of Taiwan's identity as a nation or alternatively its ties to China. Links Taiwan's history, society, economic growth, and politics to its status and importance in the world community. Includes a chronology and an extensive bibliography broken down into 10 categories. Cooper teaches international studies at Rhodes College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

... a good balance of historical interpretations, definitions, biographies, and facts and figures that one will find highly useful...In summary, this is a dictionary that is informative and useful, not only to historians, but to scholars in relevant fields of political science, economics, and law.

Pacific Affairs

It is a useful addition to any library's reference collection on international affairs.

American Reference Books Annual

A timely update, recommended for public and academic libraries.

CHOICE

Provides detailed information on places, events, and people in Taiwan, and explains the importance of each in terms of Taiwan's identity as nation or alternatively its ties to China.

Inc. Book News

It is a useful addition to any library's reference collection on international affairs.

American Reference Books Annual (ARBA)