Making Borders in Modern East Asia

Explore the intricate dynamics of East Asia with "Making Borders in Modern East Asia" by Nianshen Song, published by Cambridge University Press in 2019. This compelling study delves into the late nineteenth century, a pivotal time when Korean refugees crossed the Tumen River, igniting a territorial dispute among China, Korea, and Japan. Spanning 323 pages, this book sheds light on the multiethnic frontier and the competing nation-building projects that emerged during a tumultuous era marked by the Sino-Japanese, Russo-Japanese, and First World Wars. Nianshen Song's insightful analysis offers readers a deeper understanding of the historical complexities that shaped modern East Asia. Ideal for historians and enthusiasts alike, this paperback edition is a must-have for anyone interested in the region's rich and challenging past.