Can Laos --with its small, scattered, ethnically diverse population, enchanting but rugged landscapes, and rich natural resources--emerge from the shadows of its more powerful neighbors? It has been carved up by colonial powers in the nineteenth century and dragged into devastating revolution and war in the twentieth. The authors provide a full, frank, and engaging survey of Laos today, assessing its history, prospects, and hopes. The book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in coming ...
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Can Laos --with its small, scattered, ethnically diverse population, enchanting but rugged landscapes, and rich natural resources--emerge from the shadows of its more powerful neighbors? It has been carved up by colonial powers in the nineteenth century and dragged into devastating revolution and war in the twentieth. The authors provide a full, frank, and engaging survey of Laos today, assessing its history, prospects, and hopes. The book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in coming to grips with Laos today.
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Very Good. 8vo. x, 215pp, index, bibliography, chronology, maps. Or ccard. Small bump to top front corner. Change is everywhere in Laos-how is this affecting its people, economy, cultre and prospects as a nation?
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New. 2007. Paperback. Can Laos with its small, scattered, ethnically diverse population, enchanting but rugged landscapes, and rich natural resources emerge from the shadows of its more powerful neighbours? The authors provide a survey of Laos, assessing its history, prospects, and hopes. Series: Mekong Press. Num Pages: 228 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1FML; HBJF; HBLW3; JPSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 138 x 214 x 15. Weight in Grams: 272......We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 228 p. Contains: Illustrations. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 228 p. Contains: Illustrations. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 228 p. Contains: Illustrations. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.