The History of Indonesia: Tracing an Archipelagic Legacy
By Skriuwer.com
From $13.99 USD
The real story is never the one in the textbook.
Automatically redirects to your local Amazon store
Description
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago nation, the fourth most populous country on earth, and one of the least understood places in global history.
This book covers the Hindu and Buddhist kingdoms of Java and Sumatra, the spice trade that made the islands a target for every colonial power in Europe, 350 years of Dutch rule, the Japanese occupation in World War II, independence and the founding of the republic, the Sukarno era and the mass killings of 1965 to 1966, the Suharto regime, the democratic transition, and modern Indonesia.
The 1965 killings alone killed somewhere between 500,000 and a million people and are barely known outside Southeast Asia. That's one reason this history matters.
Indonesia shaped the modern world in ways most people never learned about. This book covers the story properly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE LAND AND EARLY PEOPLE
Origins and geographic location of the archipelago
Climate and environment shaping early life
Initial human presence and archaeological findings
CHAPTER 2: THE DAWN OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND TRIBAL SOCIETIES
Formation of kinship and tribal structures
Transition from nomadic to settled communities
Oral traditions and storytelling
CHAPTER 3: THE RISE AND INFLUENCE OF HINDUISM AND BUDDHISM
Early cultural contacts from India
Spread of new religious doctrines in local societies
Syncretism with existing animistic beliefs
CHAPTER 4: THE SRIVIJAYA EMPIRE: A CENTER OF TRADE AND CULTURE
Origins and strategic maritime location
Control of key trade routes and ports
Advancements in learning centers and Buddhism
CHAPTER 5: THE SAILENDRA AND MATARAM KINGDOMS: ARCHITECTURAL AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENTS
Emergence of influential dynasties
Construction of monumental temples
Integration of Hindu-Buddhist elements in society
CHAPTER 6: THE MAJAPAHIT EMPIRE: POLITICAL EXPANSION AND CULTURAL FLOURISHING
Founding and rise of a powerful kingdom
Territorial conquests and maritime influence
Economic prosperity through trade and alliances
CHAPTER 7: THE SPREAD OF ISLAM AND THE RISE OF ISLAMIC SULTANATES
Arrival of Muslim traders and preachers
Conversion of local rulers and coastal communities
Formation of new political and cultural centers
CHAPTER 8: EARLY EUROPEAN CONTACTS: PORTUGUESE AND OTHER EXPLORERS
Motivations behind European exploration
Establishment of forts and trading posts
Competitive alliances with local rulers
CHAPTER 9: THE DUTCH EAST INDIA COMPANY (VOC) AND GROWING EUROPEAN CONTROL
Formation and aims of the VOC
Monopolizing spice trade routes
Strategies of alliance, conflict, and treaty-making
CHAPTER 10: CONFLICT AND RESISTANCE: THE JAVA WAR AND OTHER STRUGGLES
Growing unrest against foreign domination
Major uprisings and local heroes
Effects on regional societies and governance
CHAPTER 11: CONSOLIDATION OF DUTCH COLONIAL ADMINISTRATION
Transition from trading posts to colonial rule
Centralization of governance and administration
Impact on local rulers and regents
CHAPTER 12: EVERYDAY LIFE UNDER DUTCH RULE: CULTURE, SOCIETY, AND TRADE
Changes in agriculture and forced labor
Missionary efforts and religious influences
Social stratification during colonial times
CHAPTER 13: THE INFLUENCE OF LOCAL COURTS AND REGENTS
Negotiations between Dutch authorities and native elites
Preservation of local culture and traditions
Patronage of arts, literature, and historical records
CHAPTER 14: REGIONAL HISTORIES: THE CASES OF SUMATRA AND OTHER OUTER ISLANDS
Distinctive developments in Sumatra’s kingdoms
Interaction between inland and coastal societies
Diverse responses to colonial expansion
CHAPTER 15: LESSER-KNOWN CIVILIZATIONS IN EASTERN INDONESIA
Unique cultural practices in remote regions
Adaptations to varied terrains and climates
Oral traditions and local governance systems
CHAPTER 16: MARITIME TRADE, SPICE ROUTES, AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE
Importance of maritime travel in the archipelago
Development of major spice routes
Cultural blending through long-distance trade
CHAPTER 17: RELIGION, SYNCRETISM, AND LOCAL BELIEFS
Influence of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam
Coexistence and merging of multiple faiths
Continued presence of animistic traditions
CHAPTER 18: SOCIAL CHANGES THROUGH THE CENTURIES
Evolution of social structures and classes
Demographic shifts due to internal migration
Rise of merchant classes and new elites
CHAPTER 19: HEROES AND LEADERS OF TRANSITIONAL PERIODS
Notable rulers and influential figures
Resistance leaders and their legacies
Impact of strong leadership on local identities
CHAPTER 20: REFLECTIONS ON INDONESIA’S HISTORICAL PATH
Revisiting key periods and transitions
Lasting cultural and social impacts on the archipelago
Continuity of ancient beliefs and practices
Product Details
Dimensions: 6 × 9 inches / 15.24 x 22.86 cm
Cover: Paperback
