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Andre Gunder Frank asks us to ReOrient our views away from Eurocentrismto see the rise of the West as a mere blip in what was, and is again becoming, an Asiacentered world. In a bold challenge to received historiography and social theory he turns on its head the world according to Marx, Weber, and other theorists, including Polanyi, Rostow, Braudel, and Wallerstein. Frank explains the Rise of the West in world economic and demographic terms that relate it in a single historical sweep to the decline of the East around 1800. European states, he says, used the silver extracted from the American colonies to buy entry into an expanding Asian market that already flourished in the global economy. Resorting to import substitution and export promotion in the world market, they became Newly Industrializing Economies and tipped the global economic balance to the West. That is precisely what East Asia is doing today, Frank points out, to recover its traditional dominance. As a result, the center of the world economy is once again moving to the Middle Kingdom of China. Anyone interested in Asia, in world systems and world economic and social history, in international relations, and in comparative area studies, will have to take into account Frank's exciting reassessment of our global economic past and future.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Reorient: Global Economy in the Asian Age'? A: The main theme of the book is a critique of Eurocentrism, emphasizing that the historical narrative should focus on Asia's central role in the global economy, challenging traditional views of Western dominance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Reorient: Global Economy in the Asian Age' is Andre Gunder Frank, a prominent social scientist known for his work on world systems and economic history.
- Q: When was 'Reorient: Global Economy in the Asian Age' published? A: The book was published on July 31, 1998.
- Q: What is the book's format? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in Asian studies, world systems theory, international relations, and economic history would find this book particularly beneficial.
- Q: Is 'Reorient: Global Economy in the Asian Age' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive reassessment of historical economic patterns and is suitable for academic study in related fields.
- Q: Does the book include any unique methodologies or perspectives? A: Yes, Andre Gunder Frank employs a historical sweep connecting the rise of the West to the decline of the East, offering a fresh perspective on economic theory and history.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about the global economy? A: The book offers insights into how European states leveraged resources from the colonies to engage with Asian markets, affecting the global economic balance.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Reorient'? A: The title 'Reorient' signifies a shift in perspective towards recognizing Asia's historical significance in global economics, moving away from a Eurocentric viewpoint.