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1) The survivor
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Eve Duncan forensics thriller volume 30
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Traveling to Palanan Island in Southeast Asia, archaeologist Riley Smith is aware of the threat from treasure hunters who have no qualms about killing to get what they want. When she successfully evades them and finds the perfectly preserved body of a female warrior, it is just what she needs to entice Eve Duncan to join her. As they seek answers to the questions the body has raised, their discovery will change history-- if they can escape the island...
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In Saigon during the waning days of the Vietnam War, a small-time journalist named John Converse thinks he'll find action - and profit - by getting involved in a big-time drug deal. But back in the States, things go horribly wrong for him. Dog Soldiers perfectly captures the underground mood of America in the 1970s, when amateur drug dealers and hippies encountered profiteering cops and professional killers - and the price of survival was dangerously...
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Americans are accustomed to thinking that World War II ended on August 14, 1945, when the Japanese surrendered unconditionally. Yet on the mainland of Asia, in the vast arc stretching from Manchuria to Burma, peace was a brief, fretful interlude. In some parts of Asia, such as Java and Southern Indonesia, only a few weeks passed before new fighting broke out between nationalist forces and the former colonial powers. In China, a fragile and incomplete...
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Apothecary series volume 2
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"Two years after parting from Benjamin and Janie reunites via magical communication to prevent a global catastrophe"--
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Essential to understanding Southeast Asia in the 21st century, Hello, Shadowlands reveals a booming underworld of organised crime across a region in flux— a $100 billion trade that deals in narcotics, animals and people —and the staggering human toll that is being steadily ignored by the West. From Myanmar's anarchic hills to the swamplands of Vietnam, jihadis are being pitted against brothel workers, pet thieves against vigilantes and meth barons...
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A poet and journalist looks back on a remarkable journey from Turkey to Nepal in 1978, when the region was on the brink of massive transformation.
In the spring of 1978, at age twenty-two, Canadian Mark Abley put aside his studies at Oxford and set off with a friend on a three-month trek across the celebrated Hippie Trail - a sprawling route between Europe and South Asia, peppered with Western bohemians and vagabonds. It was a time when the Shah...
7) Amok
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[2022]
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Bored with small-town life in Abilene, Texas, a former Marine and CIA contractor accepts an offer for a five-figure payday to fight a secret war in Southeast Asia.
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"Laos, 1981: When an unofficial mailman drops off a strange bilingual diary, Dr. Siri is intrigued. Half is in Lao, but the other half is in Japanese, which no one Siri knows can read; it appears to have been written during the Second World War. Most mysterious of all, it comes with a note stapled to it: Dr. Siri, we need your help most urgently. But who is "we," and why have they left no return address? To the chagrin of his wife and friends, who...
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Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of the World's Largest ArchipelagoIndonesia is by far the largest nation in Southeast Asia and has the fourth largest population in the world after the United States. Indonesian history and culture are especially relevant today as the Island nation is an emerging power in the region with a dynamic new leader. It is a land of incredible diversity and unending paradoxes that has a long and rich history...
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Embark on an Enthralling Journey Through the Rich History of Cambodia!
Dive into the captivating story of a nation that has overcome adversity and shaped its unique cultural identity. This must-read book will open your eyes to the fascinating history of Cambodia through:
· From the glorious days of the Khmer Empire to the harrowing period under the Khmer Rouge, every chapter unveils a new layer of Cambodia's multifaceted past. As you read, you'll...
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Want to learn more about the fascinating, rich, and complex history of Cambodia?
If so, you won't want to miss "The History of Cambodia: From Ancient Kingdoms to Modern Times".
This gripping book takes you on a journey through the centuries, exploring the rise and fall of empires, the clash of cultures, and the resilience of the Cambodian people. Here are just a few of the many reasons why this book is a must-read:
Whether you're a history buff, a...
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Introducing the Asian History 4-in-1 Bundle: Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia, & Mongolia.
Unlock the rich tapestry of Asian history with this captivating 4-in-1 bundle. Embark on an enlightening journey through the land of these countries. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories, vibrant cultures, and ancient civilizations that have shaped these diverse nations.
Discover Thailand: Uncover the secrets of the Land of Smiles as you delve into its...
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Dive into hundreds of years of exploration and discovery, uncovering stories of resilience, courage, and strength in the face of adversity. Follow a timeline from Spanish colonization to independence, explore key moments in Philippine history, learn about influential figures throughout time and gain a greater understanding of how this nation has developed into what it is today.
Buy Your copy today and gain a comprehensive insight into the country's...
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A full account of the Luzon campaign, from the planning stages to the surrender of the Japanese general Yamashita.
The Luzon campaign of 1945 was the longest island campaign of the Pacific War, lasting from January 1945 to September 1945, and only ended with the surrender of Imperial Japan. It is often overlooked or mentioned in passing by most histories of that war, yet hundreds of thousands of Americans and Japanese fought in some of the worst...
15) History of Japan
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Are you fascinated by the samurai, warriors of honor and tradition, who once ruled Japan's feudal landscape?
Do you seek to understand the profound influence of Zen Buddhism on Japan's culture and way of life?
If so, this book is for you!
Journey through the captivating annals of Japan's history, from the ancient realms of samurai and shoguns to the modern prowess that defines this remarkable nation. Immerse yourself in the elegance of traditional...
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In the sphere of future global politics, no region will be as hotly contested as the Asia-Pacific, where great power interests collide amid the mistrust of unresolved conflicts and disputed territory. This is where authoritarian China is trying to rewrite international law and challenge the democratic values of the United States and its allies. The lightning rods of conflict are remote reefs and islands from which China has created military bases...
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A “fast-moving and highly readable account” of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947 and its lasting legacy in today’s geopolitical tensions (The New York Times).
An NPR and Seattle Times Best Book of the Year
Nobody expected the events of 1947 in Southeast Asia to be so bloody. The liberation of India and the birth of Pakistan were supposed to realize the dreams of Muslims...
An NPR and Seattle Times Best Book of the Year
Nobody expected the events of 1947 in Southeast Asia to be so bloody. The liberation of India and the birth of Pakistan were supposed to realize the dreams of Muslims...
18) The Siamese
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Siam was just a much different name for what's now referred to as Thailand. The Siamese are the people who live there, though they're never ever called as such any longer.
The most current and right clarification concerning the Tai people's beginnings claims that Guangxi, instead of Yunnan, is the Tai motherland. Today, Guangxi is home to a big population of Tai people referred to as the Zhuang. According to the Khun Borom folklore, Tai people who...
19) Cambodia
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For anyone seeking a gripping tale of triumph and tragedy, this is the book for you.
This epic book of the Cambodian nation takes you on a journey through time. From the glorious days of the Khmer Empire to the darkest hours of the 20th century.
Follow the rise and fall of powerful kings and queens, and witness the artistic and cultural achievements of the Khmer civilization.
Discover the horrors of war and genocide, as Cambodians endure unimaginable...
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Are you ready to dive into the history of the Philippines?
This audiobook is a comprehensive guide to the island nation's rich past, tracing its heritage back thousands of years. With this audiobook, you'll gain an understanding of the people and cultures that have shaped this country, as well as a better appreciation for its unique identity.
From ancient civilizations to modern cities, learn about the many eras that have contributed to Filipino culture...
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