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200 10$aWhy Taiwan matters $esmall island, global powerhouse /$fShelley Rigger
205   $aUpdated edition.
210  1$aLanham :$cRowman and Littlefield,$d[2011]
210  4$dİ2011
215   $aix, 217 pages $cillustrations ;$d23 cm
300   $aDescription based upon print version of record.
311   $a1-4422-0480-X 
311   $a1-4422-0479-6 
320   $aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
327   $aTaipei 101 -- Building Taiwan -- From farmers to manufacturers -- From 'Free China' to democratic Taiwan -- America is boring at night -- An opportunity full of threats, a threat full of opportunities -- Making peace with China, inside and outside -- The international birdcage -- Why Taiwan matters.
330   $aWritten by a leading expert on Taiwan, Why Taiwan Matters offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to a country that exercises a role in the world far greater than its tiny size would indicate. Shelley Rigger explains how Taiwan became such a key global player, highlighting economic and political breakthroughs so impressive they have been called ""miracles."" She links these accomplishments to Taiwan's determined society, vibrant culture, and unique history. Drawing on arts, economics, politics, and international
606   $aInternational relations
607   $aTaiwan$xForeign relations$y21st century
615  0$aInternational relations.
700   $aRigger$b Shelley$f1962-$01701786
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