{"title":"Tim Harper","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eTim Harper\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author and historian known for his insightful exploration of global history and its intricate intricacies. Delve into the fascinating world of history and military narratives with Harper's meticulously researched and engaging writings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eUnderground Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e, a captivating book that takes readers on a journey through the cross-continental movements and clandestine networks that shaped Asia’s revolutionary history in the early twentieth century. Harper’s work offers a profound understanding of the historical events and figures that forged connections across Asia's diverse landscapes and societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an interest in understanding the underlying forces that have shaped modern history, particularly through a military and revolutionary lens, the books by Tim Harper are a must-read. His narrative not only educates but also invigorates curiosity about the past’s influence on contemporary geopolitical landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Tim Harper's collection today to delve into a compendium of historical insights that promise to enrich your knowledge and appreciation of worldwide history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"underground-asia-by-tim-harper-9780241957943","title":"Underground Asia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of the hidden struggle waged by secret networks around the world to destroy European imperialism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe end of Europe's empires has so often been seen as a story of high politics and warfare. In Tim Harper's remarkable new book, the narrative is very different; it shows how empires were fundamentally undermined from below by young radicals from across Asia. They gathered in the great cities of Asia — Calcutta, Singapore, Batavia, Hanoi, Tokyo, Shanghai, Canton and Hong Kong — and plotted the end of the colonial regimes with ceaseless ingenuity, both through persuasion and terrorism. Many were caught and killed or imprisoned, but others would go on to rule their newly independent countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on an amazing array of sources, \u003cem\u003eUnderground Asia\u003c\/em\u003e turns upside-down our understanding of twentieth-century empire. The reader enters an extraordinary world of stowaways, false identities, secret codes, cheap firearms, assassinations and conspiracies, as young Asians made their own plans for their future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343721517292,"sku":"9780241957943","price":44.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3292973482274.jpg?v=1744005799"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/tim-harper.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}