The Record of an Envoy's Voyage to the West
     John D. FRODSHAM

Pearl Buck and the Chinese Novel
     George A. CEVASCO

Asian Communist and the Problem of Nationalism
     Allan SPITZ

The 31st General Election in Japan: Political Turning Point?
     George AKITA

Indian Elections and After
     S.N. RAY

An Essay on the Political Functions of Corruption
     James C. SCOTT

Economic and Technical Feasibility Study of Cooperatives and Credit in Laos
     Nathaniel B. TABLANTE

The Colonial Origins of Manila and Batavia: Desultory Notes on Nascent Metropolitan Primace and Urban Systems in Southeast Asia
     Robert R. REED

 


Asian Studies: Journal of Critical Perspectives on Asia is an open-access, peer-reviewed academic journal published since 1963 by the Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman. Promoting original and penetrating research, it offers novel and alternative interpretations of Asian experiences, helps deepen the understanding of the region, and enlivens debates on issues affecting Asian peoples and societies. One of the pioneering journals of its kind in Asia, Asian Studies offers a critical, multidisciplinary platform where scholars, practitioners, and activists can publish research that draws on the theories and perspectives from the social sciences, humanities, or cultural studies. Published twice a year, the journal welcomes full-length research articles; commentaries and documents; reviews (films, books, novels, exhibits, plays, websites, etc.); poetry and short fiction; and travel narratives. View content and submission guidelines @ www.asj.upd.edu.ph. Submissions are welcome year-round. Send inquiries/manuscripts to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.