Most studies of Southeast Asian politics focus either on domestic or international dimensions, but Dosch (Asia-Pacific studies, U. of Leeds) combines the two perspectives in hopes of finding a more comprehensive and holistic understanding of the region's political dynamics. Among his topics are the impact of democratization on making foreign policy, cooperation between Cold War rivals in the Mekong Valley, and ASEAN and beyond. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)