"This volume is the first in-depth work by local authors to assess the inter-relation between the media, ethnic violence and cultural identity in Asia. Focusing on newspapers and television, the contributors - all eminent scholars in their field - examine the role of communication media in the management of ethnic relations in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Singapore and Sri Lanka."--Jacket.

"Taking the analysis of worldwide Christianity to a deeper level of detail, this volume focuses on Christianity in East and Southeast Asia, covering every country and offering both reliable demographic information and original interpretative essays by indigenous scholars and practitioners. It maps patterns of growth and decline, assesses major traditions and movements, analyzes key themes, and examines current trends. As a comprehensive account of the presence of Christianity in every country in East and Southeast Asia, this volume is set to become a standard work of reference in its field. Combines empirical data and original analysis to give a uniquely detailed account of Christianity in East and Southeast Asia: Profiles the leading features and current trends of each of the major Christian traditions in every country in East and Southeast Asia; Written by indigenous scholars with expertise in their field; Assesses the direction of Christian faith in East and Southeast Asia in relati