History, Culture, and Region in Southeast Asian Perspectives

A thought-provoking book by author of The Fall of Srivijaya in Malay History, intended to generate discussion of what is meant by earlier Southeast Asian history and the ways in which the subject can be presented. It is left to the reader to decide whether the sudden change of approach of this renowned historian has made a great deal of difference to his perception of Southeast Asia as a zone of subregional histories.

From China to Facebookistan, the Internet has transformed global commerce. A cyber-law expert argues that we must free Internet trade while simultaneously protecting consumers.

On the ancient Silk Road, treasure-laden caravans made their arduous way through deserts and mountain passes, establishing trade between Asia and the civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Today’s electronic Silk Roads ferry information across continents, enabling individuals and corporations anywhere to provide or receive services without obtaining a visa. But the legal infrastructure for such trade is yet rudimentary and uncertain. If an event in cyberspace occurs at once everywhere and nowhere, what law applies? How can consumers be protected when engaging with companies across the world?

In this accessible book, cyber-law expert Anupam Chander provides the first thorough discussion of the law that relates to global Internet commerce. Addressing up-to-the-minute examples, such as Google’s struggles with China, the Pirate Bay’s skirmishes with Hollywood, and the outsourcing of services to India, the author insightfully analyzes the difficulties of regulating Internet trade. Chander then lays out a framework for future policies, showing how countries can dismantle barriers while still protecting consumer interests.

A new edition of this classic study of mandala Southeast Asia. The revised book includes a substantial, retrospective postscript examining contemporary scholarship that has contributed to the understanding of Southeast Asian history. -- Cornell University Press Contents Introduction 1. Some Features of the Cultural Matrix 2. Historical Patterns in Intra-regional Relations 3. Towards Defming Southeast Asian History 4. Local Cultural Statements 5. Local Literatures 6. Conclusion Appendices Bibliography THE AUTHOR

A new edition of this classic study of mandala Southeast Asia. The revised book includes a substantial, retrospective postscript examining contemporary scholarship that has contributed to the understanding of Southeast Asian history since 1982.