HIS-354 History of Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is one of the world's most
culturally diverse regions, home to Buddhist,
Muslim, Confucian, and Christian civilizations.
It boasts ancient monuments of surpassing
grandeur and complexity, and today it boasts some
of the world's fastest-growing economies. This
course offers an introduction to Southeast Asian
history starting from the earliest civilizations,
continuing through the colonial conquests, and
ending with the various struggles for
independence. No prior knowledge of Southeast
Asia is required.