ISBN: 9780375403255 - Thunder from the East: Portrait of a Rising Asia (38 results)

Hardback. Condition: Good. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and authors of China Wakes comes this insightful and comprehensive look at Asia on the rise. The recent economic crisis in Asia heaped devastation upon millions. Yet Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn argue that it was the best thing that could have happened to Asia. It destroyed the cronyism, protectionism, and government regulation that had been crippling Asian business for decades, and it left in its wake a vast region of resilient and determined millions poised to wrest economic, diplomatic and military power from the West. Thunder from the East is a riveting look at a complex region, a fascinating panoply of compelling characters, and a prophetic analysis from arguably the West's most informed and intelligent writers on Asia.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and authors of China Wakes comes this insightful and comprehensive look at Asia on the rise. The recent economic crisis in Asia heaped devastation upon millions. Yet Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn argue that it was the best thing that could have happened to Asia. It destroyed the cronyism, protectionism, and government regulation that had been crippling Asian business for decades, and it left in its wake a vast region of resilient and determined millions poised to wrest economic, diplomatic and military power from the West. Thunder from the East is a riveting look at a complex region, a fascinating panoply of compelling characters, and a prophetic analysis from arguably the West's most informed and intelligent writers on Asia.…

Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Hardback. Condition: Good. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and authors of China Wakes comes this insightful and comprehensive look at Asia on the rise. The recent economic crisis in Asia heaped devastation upon millions. Yet Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn argue that it was the best thing that could have happened to Asia. It destroyed the cronyism, protectionism, and government regulation that had been crippling Asian business for decades, and it left in its wake a vast region of resilient and determined millions poised to wrest economic, diplomatic and military power from the West. Thunder from the East is a riveting look at a complex region, a fascinating panoply of compelling characters, and a prophetic analysis from arguably the West's most informed and intelligent writers on Asia.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and authors of China Wakes comes this insightful and comprehensive look at Asia on the rise. The recent economic crisis in Asia heaped devastation upon millions. Yet Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn argue that it was the best thing that could have happened to Asia. It destroyed the cronyism, protectionism, and government regulation that had been crippling Asian business for decades, and it left in its wake a vast region of resilient and determined millions poised to wrest economic, diplomatic and military power from the West. Thunder from the East is a riveting look at a complex region, a fascinating panoply of compelling characters, and a prophetic analysis from arguably the West's most informed and intelligent writers on Asia.…

Condition: Good. FORMER LIBRARY COPY,MAY HAVE INDENTIFYING STAMPS AND/OR STICKERS BUT REMAINS IN FINE READABLE CONDITION. Former Library book. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Offers a study of Asia and how it is reshaping world affairs, tracing the origins and impact of the Asian financial crisis, the growing roles of women, and the region's increasing economic, diplomatic, and military influence. Former library book. Mylar protector included. Moderate edgewear on the boards. Binding is moderately loose. Moderate shelf wear. Noticable fading due to exposure to sunlight. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.…

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Ships quickly. Mild shelf/reading wear. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Stated first edition . NOT an ex library book. 377 pages including the index. Dust jacket has no chips or tears, price is not clipped.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Offers a study of Asia and how it is reshaping world affairs, tracing the origins and impact of the Asian financial crisis, the growing roles of women, and the region's increasing economic, diplomatic, and military influence. Mylar protector included. Binding is so loose that the book will stay open to any given page. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Price cut. Mild edge wear.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Alfred A. Knopf, 2000; stated First Edition, no additional printings indicated. VG+ hardcover in VG+ dust jacket. Binding is tight, sturdy, and square; boards and text also very good. Unclipped dust jacket. From a private collection (NOT ex-library). Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Hardcover. Fine. Stated 1st edition. Includes dustjacket, unclipped with price. All orders shipped securely in a bubble envelope or box/hard mailer.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 377 pp., Photos, Buff & Red Hardback, Gilt title, Fine in Fine DJ, 1st ed (Inscribed by 1st Author to his Aunt). Inscribed by Author(s).

hardcover. Condition: New.

Hardcover, illus. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. First Edition; First Printing. Book and DJ New. NO notes or ANY markings. New DJ not clipped ($27.50); 377 pages.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New. NEW! hardcoverNew2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Emergence of Asian countries as economic powers.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Near Fine. First Edition. Near Fine/Near Fine condition. First edition, first printing. No markings to the text block. No marks of personal identification or prior ownership. Inscribed by the authors on the title page.; 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall; Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Publisher: Knopf, NY, 2000. First Edition, First Printing. NEAR FINE+ hardcover book in NEAR FINE+ dust-jacket. Ink stamp on bottom edge of page block. Not remainder marked. Not price-clipped. Not a book club edition. Not an ex-library copy. All of our books with dust-jackets are shipped in fresh, archival-safe mylar protective sleeves.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Red quarter binding with yellow/gold boards. DJ intact with some minor shelf wear. Binding is tight and crinkles when opened. End papers and text pages are clean. Book written by husband-wife journalist both employed by the NYT.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. A genuinely important book with an important thesis about the new Asia and the world. Tan boards, red spine with gold-color lettering, xiii, 377 pp., photos, unclipped illustrated jacket. Excellent condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Signed by Kristof on title page. Minor wear & light soiling on boards & edges of text block. Text and images unmarked. The dust jacket shows some light handling, in a mylar cover. Signed by Author.