Friday, December 28, 2007

A Short History of Bali: Indonesia's Hindu Realm (Short History of Asia series, A) | By Robert Pringle


A Short History of Bali: Indonesia's Hindu Realm (Short History of Asia series, A) By Robert PringlePublisher: Allen & Unwin Pages: 266 Date: 2004-04-01 ISBN:1865088633 PDF 2.10 MB

Covering the history of Bali from before the Bronze Age to the presidency of Megawati Sukarnoputri, this examination highlights the ethnic dynamics of the island and its place in modern Indonesia. Included is an analysis of the arrival of Indian culture, early European contact, and the complex legacies of Dutch control. Also explored are the island's contemporary economic progress and the environmental problems generated by population growth and massive tourist development.

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