This is the first work to systematically examine the British occupation of Indonesia after the Second World War. The occupation by British-Indian forces between 1945 and 1946 bridged the gap between the surrender of Japan and the resumption of Dutch rule, and this book is a reappraisal of the conduct on the ground of that British Occupation. Contrary to previous studies, this book demonstrates that occupation was neither exclusively pro-Dutch nor pro-Indonesian; nor was it the orderly affair portrayed in the official histories.
Richard McMillan draws upon a wide range of sources...
This is the first work to systematically examine the British occupation of Indonesia after the Second World War. The occupation by British-Indian f...
For the first time in many years, New York's most exciting buildings are also its most recent. This guide brings together the 101 best, listed by location with descriptions, photos and directions. A map guide and index makes it easy to locate specific projects. Among the many internationally famous architects represented are Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Renzo Piano, Michael Graves, Jean Nouvel, Steven Holl, James Stewart Polshek, Bernard Tschumi, Rafael Vinoly, Aldo Rossi, Cesar Pelli, and Christian de Portzamparc. This book is an indispensable guide for the resident or visitor who wants to...
For the first time in many years, New York's most exciting buildings are also its most recent. This guide brings together the 101 best, listed by loca...
