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Christoph Giebel
JSIS A 244
Seattle Campus

Imperialism and Anti-Colonialism in Asia

Introduction to Western imperialism expansion, conquest, and colonial rule in Asia; the anti-colonial, nationalist resistances they engendered; and the resultant cultural, political, economic, and intellectual transformations in Asian societies. Covers post-1800 violence, racial hierarchies, human rights abuses, post-colonial memories, persistent strategies of domination, and structural inequities. Offered: jointly with HSTAS 244.

Class description

see description under HSTAS 244 (cross-listed)

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General method of instruction

see description under HSTAS 244 (cross-listed)

Recommended preparation

see description under HSTAS 244 (cross-listed)

Class assignments and grading

see description under HSTAS 244 (cross-listed)

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Last Update by Christoph Giebel
Date: 03/08/2013