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Archive for January, 2009

recently published: Globalising the Prehistory of Japan

Globalizing the Prehistory of Japan: Language, genes and civilisation
Ann Kumar, Australian National University
This iconoclastic work on the prehistory of Japan and of South East Asia challenges entrenched views on the origins of Japanese society and identity.
The social changes that took place in Japan in the time-period when the Jomon culture was replaced by the Yayoi [...]

Strong interest shown in studying Asian language

The Australian National University says an increasing number of students are applying to do Asian Studies, particularly Mandarin.
Director of the Faculty of Asian Studies Kent Anderson says the prominence of a Mandarin-speaking Prime Minister is one of the factors for the increased interest.
Kevin Rudd displayed his linguistic skills when he addressed Chinese President Hu [...]