POPULATION DYNAMICS & INFECTIOUS...

“This book is a valuable contribution to understanding the demographic history of an important but less emphasized region of Southeast Asia. The rich use of many sources makes this a valuable book that will be useful to people interested in the region and on its archival material, much of which is only in Dutch.”

“… as both a framework for understanding and an introduction to population dynamics and infectious diseases in Asia the book is excellent … The book has real utility, rather than only academic interest, for example in introducing some of the difficulties and different national approaches to pandemic influenza preparedness. Such information is potentially important to national policymakers, particularly those who come from outside the health sphere … It provides much information that will be useful for specialists and non-specialists in the field. The three introductory chapters are excellent, and the book succeeds in sustaining its themes and concepts throughout.”

“On balance, I recommend this book highly … it is a valuable reference text. The volume will stand up well to multiple readings … I will certainly use it as a reference text in my own teaching, and applaud the effort of the editors to bring such diverse and regionally authentic voices to the debates on the future of infectious disease control in the Asia Pacific.”