Can Asians Think?
Can Asians Think?
Overview
"Can Asians Think?" has been mentioned in an Economist (July 25th, 1998) essay entitled "What would Confucius say now?" In the essay, Kishore Mahbubani is cited several times as a key participant in the Asian values debate. The article also noted that Mahbubani had given the following description of Asian values: "Attachment to the family as an institution, deference to societal interests, thrift, conversatism in 'social mores, respect for authority'." The book was also reviewed by Dick Wilson in the Far Eastern Economic Review (September 17th, 1998). He notes that "Mahbubani goes on to deliver some brilliant political analysis, proving that he, at least, can think". He adds that the book " ... tip-toes its way through the minefield of Asian values, delivering high-flown praise for the Asean which Mahbubani himself helped consolidate, and offering insightful predictions about Sino-Japanese relations and East Asian power balance. But at the heart of the book is the Asia-West interconnection." Dick Wilson also notes that "(Mahbubani) attributes East Asian dynamics not only to the perceptible renaissance of rich ancient culture but also to a successful fusion of Eastern and Western features. Singapore is a prime example". Dick Wilson concludes by noting that "Kishore Mahbubani is well-placed to articular the Asian view in a way that Westerners will find persuasive. His ancestors were Indian, he is a citizen of a country the majority of whose inhabitants are Chinese but live under institutions partially British in their origin, and he has spent several years in North American universities and embassies." Dick Wilson also reviewed the book in another journal, the Euro-Japanese Journal (Winter 1999) Vol V No. 2, and made similar points. On September 7th, 1998, Kishore Mahbubani was also interviewed by CNN International on Riz Khan's Q&A; show. Following the show, Kishore Mahbubani received several e-mail messages, which included the following comments: "I saw you on CNN's Q&A; on Monday night. I was impressed by your performance - congratulations. So much so that I was stimulated to read your book." "At long last we have an Asian intellectual in your person who stands up for his continent by writing the kind of book which should have seen the light decades ago."The book has received one unfavourable review in a column entitled "Singaporean's Thinking Is on the Asia-Centric Side" by Jim Mann in the Los Angeles Times of 3 March 1999. --What People Are Saying About This Book"He is the most forceful, combative and insightful spokesman for the new Asia. The region's current difficulties do not lesson the long-term validity of his message." --Owen Harries, editor, The National InterestKishore Mahbubani's essays have always been among the most thoughtful and provocative distillations. They are invaluable in considering foreign policy, relations among civilizations and the panoply of issues called Asian values. In prose both sine wy and attractive, he has the great acility of making ideas come to life and setting them against each other as actors in an intellectual drama. Simply essential reading. --Greg Sheridan, foreign editor, The Australian--This text refers to an alternatePaperbackedition.Description
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Overview
"Can Asians Think?" has been mentioned in an Economist (July 25th, 1998) essay entitled "What would Confucius say now?" In the essay, Kishore Mahbubani is cited several times as a key participant in the Asian values debate. The article also noted that Mahbubani had given the following description of Asian values: "Attachment to the family as an institution, deference to societal interests, thrift, conversatism in 'social mores, respect for authority'." The book was also reviewed by Dick Wilson in the Far Eastern Economic Review (September 17th, 1998). He notes that "Mahbubani goes on to deliver some brilliant political analysis, proving that he, at least, can think". He adds that the book " ... tip-toes its way through the minefield of Asian values, delivering high-flown praise for the Asean which Mahbubani himself helped consolidate, and offering insightful predictions about Sino-Japanese relations and East Asian power balance. But at the heart of the book is the Asia-West interconnection." Dick Wilson also notes that "(Mahbubani) attributes East Asian dynamics not only to the perceptible renaissance of rich ancient culture but also to a successful fusion of Eastern and Western features. Singapore is a prime example". Dick Wilson concludes by noting that "Kishore Mahbubani is well-placed to articular the Asian view in a way that Westerners will find persuasive. His ancestors were Indian, he is a citizen of a country the majority of whose inhabitants are Chinese but live under institutions partially British in their origin, and he has spent several years in North American universities and embassies." Dick Wilson also reviewed the book in another journal, the Euro-Japanese Journal (Winter 1999) Vol V No. 2, and made similar points. On September 7th, 1998, Kishore Mahbubani was also interviewed by CNN International on Riz Khan's Q&A; show. Following the show, Kishore Mahbubani received several e-mail messages, which included the following comments: "I saw you on CNN's Q&A; on Monday night. I was impressed by your performance - congratulations. So much so that I was stimulated to read your book." "At long last we have an Asian intellectual in your person who stands up for his continent by writing the kind of book which should have seen the light decades ago."The book has received one unfavourable review in a column entitled "Singaporean's Thinking Is on the Asia-Centric Side" by Jim Mann in the Los Angeles Times of 3 March 1999. --What People Are Saying About This Book"He is the most forceful, combative and insightful spokesman for the new Asia. The region's current difficulties do not lesson the long-term validity of his message." --Owen Harries, editor, The National InterestKishore Mahbubani's essays have always been among the most thoughtful and provocative distillations. They are invaluable in considering foreign policy, relations among civilizations and the panoply of issues called Asian values. In prose both sine wy and attractive, he has the great acility of making ideas come to life and setting them against each other as actors in an intellectual drama. Simply essential reading. --Greg Sheridan, foreign editor, The Australian--This text refers to an alternatePaperbackedition.Description
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
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- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
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Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
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You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
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We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
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