The Encyclopedia Of The Chinese Overseas

For many centuries, Chinese people have emigrated and created distinctively Chinese communities outside mainland China, adapting to foreign cultures. This book provides comprehensive insights into the Chinese diaspora through essays on origins, migration, institutions, and relations with China and non-Chinese peoples. It includes outlines of Chinese societies in regions such as Southeast Asia, the Americas, Australasia, Europe, East Asia, the Indian Ocean, and Africa, complemented by maps, charts, drawings, and photographs. Sensitive topics like racial discrimination and identity are discussed rationally. The book offers a vast, accessible mix of history and social analysis.