Introduction

The Land

Topography. Rivers and Lakes. Climate. Flora and Fauna. Cities.

History and Government

Early History. Chinese Contact Increases. Piracy and Migration. Europeans Arrive. Dutch Rule. The Arrival of Zheng Chenggong. The Qing Government. Reforms and Japanese Gains. Japanese Rule. Events in China. Changes on Taiwan. Conflicts on the Mainland. Chiang on Taiwan. The Changing Tide. Recent Events. Government.

The People

Ethnic and Language Groups. Daily Life. Religion. Education. Health. The Arts. Sports

The Economy

Industry. Financial Services and Trade. Agriculture. Forestry and Fishing. Transportation and Energy. The Future.

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