Bali

A Short History of Bali: Indonesia's Hindu Realm
Author: Robert Pringle
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Date: 2004
Pages: 266
Description:
Covering the history of Bali from before the Bronze Age to the presidency of Megawati Sukarnoputri, this examination highlights the ethnic dynamics of the island and its place in modern Indonesia. Included is an analysis of the arrival of Indian culture, early European contact, and the complex legacies of Dutch control. Also explored are the island's contemporary economic progress and the environmental problems generated by population growth and massive tourist development.
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