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Record Nr.

UNINA9910815842003321

Titolo

Taiwan's struggle : voices of the Taiwanese / / edited by Shyu-tu Lee and Jack F. Williams

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Lanham, Maryland : , : Rowman & Littlefield, , 2014

©2014

ISBN

1-4422-2143-7

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (318 p.)

Disciplina

951.24905

Soggetti

Group identity - Taiwan

National characteristics, Taiwan

Taiwan Foreign relations

Taiwan History

Taiwan Politics and government

Taiwan Social conditions

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Contents; List of Figures; Preface; Introduction; I: Society and Identity; 1 Establishing a Taiwan-Centered Identity; 2 Fragment of/f Empires; 3 Two Different Cultures; 4 Democratization in Taiwan; 5 The Struggle against KMT Rule; 6 Nonviolent Struggle in Taiwan; 7 Retracing the Han among the Taiwanese; 8 Subjectivity and Tradition in Taiwan Literature; 9 Development of Human Rights Consciousness in Taiwan; II: International Status; 10 The International Status of the Taiwanese People; 11 Pariah Manifesto; 12 The Shaping of Taiwan's Status after World War II

13 Westerners' Perceptions of Taiwan and Taiwanese Anxiety14 America's Security and Taiwan's Freedom; III: International Relations; 15 The "Black Hole" and the "Mystery Force"; 16 Silent Annexation; 17 Threat to Taiwan and the Asia-Pacific Region; 18 Economic Integration in East Asia; 19 ECFA and China's Strategy to the World; IV: Economy, Technology, and Environment; 20 Taiwan in the Global Economy; 21 The Development of Taiwan's High-Technology Industries; 22 Taiwan's Environment at a Pivot Point; Bibliography; Index; About the Editors and



Contributors

Sommario/riassunto

This comprehensive book explores contemporary Taiwan from the perspective of the Taiwanese themselves. In a unique set of original essays, leading Taiwanese figures consider the country's history, politics, society, economy, identity, and future prospects. The volume provides a forum for a diversity of local voices, who are rarely heard in the power struggle between China and the United States over Taiwan's future. Reflecting the deep ethnic and political differences that are essential to understanding Taiwan today, this work provides a nuanced introduction to its role in internati

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Record Nr.

UNINA9911007164003321

Autore

C. P.  Kothandaraman Kothandaraman

Titolo

Mathematical Formulas and Scientific Data: A Quick Reference Guide

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Mercury Learning and Information, 2023

ISBN

9781683928638

1683928636

9781683928645

1683928644

Edizione

[1st edition]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (300 p.)

Soggetti

MATHEMATICS / Calculus

TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Electrical

TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Sommario/riassunto

Designed as a quick reference guide for engineers, mathematicians, scientists, and industry professionals, this book provides the essential formulas in all areas of mathematics and the key scientific data used in engineering and science. Part One covers the mathematical formulas from algebra, trigonometry, analytic geometry, differential and integral



calculus, and vectors. Part Two covers MKS, CGS, and SI units, mechanical units, electrical and magnetic units, gases, elements, acoustics, materials, thermodynamics, radioactivity, geodetic data, astronomical data, optics, solids, organic and inorganic compounds, and more. Technical terms are defined, and theorems and applicable laws are stated and explained in detail. This data book is essential for every scientist, engineering student, and practicing professional.FEATURES:Covers key reference data in numerous areas of science and engineeringIncludes mathematical formulas and tables from elementary to advanced topicsDefines and explains technical terms and their uses