Download or read book History of Asia written by B. V. Rao and published by New Dawn Press(IL). This book was released on 2004-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In-depth focus on Asian countries in their regional context distinguishes this historical overview of a continent whose culture and history is complex and multifaceted. Such topics as migration, early settlements, the formation of kingdoms, Islamic penetration, and the advent of Western powers are included in the coverage of the ancient and medieval period. Current events such as the subversion of democracies, military rule, ethnic conflicts, movements toward the restoration of democracies, oppression of minorities, and the possibilities of nuclear war demonstrate the competing interests of groups and ideologies on the continent.