«‘An impressive historical and maritime strategic approach to Chinese history and peripheral relations, and how they have related to current events.’Marc Lanteigne, Massey University in Auckland
‘A book on how to deepen mutual understanding between the peoples of East Asia. A valuable contribution to the peaceful and harmonious evolution of East Asia.’Peter Nolan, Director, China Centre, Jesus College, Cambridge
‘A history of what could have been a Chinese overseas empire had China ever intended to create one. The question of who can be trusted to deal equitably with other sovereign nations in our increasingly volatile times is one that can be asked again.’Christopher P. Henson, The Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding»