{"title":"Craig A. Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of Craig A. Smith, a distinguished author known for his in-depth exploration of historical and military themes. His thought-provoking writings delve into pivotal periods and movements, shedding light on complex narratives that have shaped the Asian continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his compelling contributions is \u003cem\u003eChinese Asianism, 1894-1945\u003c\/em\u003e, which investigates the intricate tapestry of Asian identity and ideology during a transformative era. Smith expertly navigates the historical currents that influenced political strategies and cultural exchanges across Asia, fostering a deeper understanding of regional dynamics and their global impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, Craig A. Smith's works are a treasure trove of knowledge, offering readers a chance to engage with meticulously researched content and gain fresh perspectives on historical developments. Explore his collection to enrich your understanding of Asian history and military affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chinese-asianism-1894-1945-by-craig-a-smith-9780674260245","title":"Chinese Asianism, 1894-1945","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eChinese Asianism\u003c\/i\u003e examines Chinese intellectual discussions of East Asian solidarity, analysing them in connection with Chinese nationalism and Sino–Japanese relations. Beginning with texts written after the first Sino–Japanese War of 1894 and concluding with Wang Jingwei's failed government in World War II, Craig Smith engages with a period in which the Chinese empire had crumbled and intellectuals were struggling to adapt to imperialism, new and hegemonic forms of government, and radically different epistemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe considers a wide range of writings that show the depth of the pre-war discourse on Asianism and the influence it had on the rise of nationalism in China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAsianism was a \"call\" for Asian unity, Smith finds, but advocates of a united and connected Asia based on racial or civilisational commonalities also utilised the packaging of Asia for their own agendas, to the extent that efforts towards international regionalism spurred the construction of Chinese nationalism. Asianism shaped Chinese ideas of nation and region, often by translating and interpreting Japanese perspectives, and leaving behind a legacy in the concepts and terms that persist in the twenty-first century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs China plays a central role in regional East Asian development, Asianism is once again of great importance today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000569872620,"sku":"9780674260245","price":109.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1104333482428.jpg?v=1763285506"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/craig-a-smith.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}