China-Taiwan

This book examines the complex issue of China's relationship with Taiwan. It expands the discussion by including seven factors (history, geography, culture, legal, military, political, economic) that influence the decision of whether Taiwan should be a province of China or whether it should be a separate nation. It explains in detail why the simplistic narratives that begin with a potential military invasion of Taiwan by China are not valid or useful. This book is encyclopedic in that it provides well-sourced facts, figures and verbatim statements from officials on both sides of the Strait. The supporting documents are original source and are included in the appendices. Especially useful is the Chronology of relevant events from 1662 to 2002 and the comprehensive bibliography. It will be especially useful for scholars, journalists and government or think-tank researchers who will be able to quickly and accurately find data that are keys to analysis.