Join us for an engaging episode as we explore Christine Moll-Murata's enlightening book, "State and Crafts in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)." Discover how manufacturing and the early stages of industrialization transformed China during this pivotal era. We'll delve into public craft production, the entrepreneurial spirit...
In this episode, we explore "Space, Time, Myth, and Morals: A Selection of Jao Tsung-i’s Studies on Cosmological Thought in Early China and Beyond" by Tsung-i Jao. Join us as we unpack Professor Jao's profound insights into early Chinese intellectual traditions, examining how they shaped...
Join us for an insightful exploration of "Space in Hellenistic Philosophy: Critical Studies in Ancient Physics," edited by Christoph Helmig, Christoph Horn, and Graziano Ranocchia. In this episode, we unravel the complex notions of space as articulated by key figures from Hellenistic schools. Esteemed scholars...
Uncover the fascinating dynamics of power and culture in our latest episode, featuring the book "Royal Courts in Dynastic States and Empires," edited by Jeroen Duindam, Tülay Artan, and Metin Kunt. This episode takes you on a journey through history, exploring how royal courts shaped...
In this episode, we explore the intriguing journey of how Asia came to be represented on European world maps and the evolution of a continental understanding among Asian countries. Based on the thought-provoking essays from "Reimagining the Globe and Cultural Exchange: The East Asian Legacies...
Tune in to our latest episode as we explore "Mapping and Politics in the Digital Age," edited by Pol Bargués-Pedreny, David Chandler, and Elena Simon. This intriguing collection reveals how digital technologies are transforming mapping into a tool for challenging political boundaries and empowering marginalized...
In this episode, we explore "Making Home(s) in Displacement," an insightful collection edited by Luce Beeckmans, Alessandra Gola, Ashika Singh, and Hilde Heynen. This compelling volume challenges traditional notions of home by examining how migrants and refugees create and sustain their sense of belonging amidst...
Join us in this episode as we unpack "Global Perspectives on China's Belt and Road Initiative," edited by Florian Schneider. Discover the fascinating interplay of voices and influences that shape this monumental project. We’ll explore how a diverse array of actors—ranging from grassroots organizations to...
In this episode, we explore how the First World War transformed East Asia in ways that still resonate today. Based on Frank Jacob’s eye-opening book "East Asia and the First World War," we’ll uncover Japan’s dramatic rise to power during the conflict and the social...
Curious about how ancient empires controlled their people? In this episode, we explore "Creating an Empire of Informers" by Poppy Tushingham, which takes us back to 672 BC when Assyrian King Esarhaddon imposed a shocking system of surveillance. Imagine an empire where everyone, from neighbors...