East and South-East Asian Books
The Art of War: Seven Military Classics from Ancient China 8 Books Collection Box Set - Ages 18+ - Paperback
The Art of War: Seven Military Classics from Ancient China is an incredible collection of military treatises from ancient China. This book is a com...
View full details3 Body Problem by Cixin Liu: Remembrance of Earth's Past Trilogy 3 Books Box Set - Fiction - Paperback
Get the original novels, now a hit Netflix series! Titles in this set: The Three Body Problem The Dark Forest Death's End DescriptionThe Three ...
View full detailsThe Art of War: Seven Military Classics from Ancient China 8 Books Collection Box Set - Fiction - Paperback
Titles In The Set:1. The Art of War2. The Methods of The Sima 3. Wei Liaozi 4. Wuzi 5. Questions and Replies 6. Three Strategies of Huang Shigong 7...
View full detailsThe Three-Body Problem Novels By Cixin Liu & Baoshu 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback
Titles in this set: 1. The Three Body Problem2. The Dark Forest3. Death's End4. The Redemption of Time Description:The Three Body Problem1967: Ye W...
View full detailsThe Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu: Remembrance of Earth's Past Trilogy 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback
Get the original novels, now a hit Netflix series! Titles in this set: The Three Body Problem The Dark Forest Death's End DescriptionThe Three...
View full details3 Body Problem by Cixin Liu: Remembrance of Earth's Past Trilogy & Short Stories 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback
Join us as we explore the mind-bending universe of Cixin Liu with the trending Three Body Problem 4 Books Set. This collection showcases Liu's ma...
View full detailsThe Art of War by Sun-tzu
Still a source of inspiration for soldiers on the battlefield and managers in the boardroom 2000 years after it was written, Sun-Tzu's The Art of W...
View full detailsThe Sailor Who Fell from Grace With the Sea (Vintage Classics Japanese Series) by Yukio Mishima
Mishima's greatest novel, and one of the greatest of the past century' The Times A band of savage thirteen-year-old boys reject the adult wor...
View full details1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows : Two lives, one nation and a century of art under tyranny in China
A FAMILY STORY AND THE TALE OF A NATION. Ai Weiwei - one of the world's most famous artists and activists - weaves a century-long epic tale of Ch...
View full detailsIron Widow : Instant New York Times No.1 Bestseller
Instant New York Times No.1 Bestseller Science fiction and East Asian myth combine in this dazzling retelling of the rise of Wu Zetian, the only fe...
View full detailsI Love Chinese New Year
A gorgeously illustrated introduction to Chinese New Year, written by Eva Wong Nava and illustrated by Li Xin. 'Twelve animals, ...
View full detailsDaughter of the Moon Goddess
The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess. A young woman's quest to free her mother pits her aga...
View full detailsCixin Liu's The Devourer : A Graphic Novel by JD Morvan
Welcome to The Worlds of Cixin Liu, a series of graphic novels created by 35 artists - including writers, illustrators and colourists - from 13 cou...
View full detailsCixin Liu's The Circle : A Graphic Novel by Xavier Besse
Welcome to The Worlds of Cixin Liu, a series of graphic novels created by 35 artists - including writers, illustrators and colourists - from 13 cou...
View full detailsCixin Liu's For the Benefit of Mankind : A Graphic Novel by Sylvain Runberg
Welcome to The Worlds of Cixin Liu, a series of graphic novels created by 35 artists - including writers, illustrators and colourists - from 13 cou...
View full detailsThe Magic Tapestry : A Chinese Graphic Folktale by Ailynn Collins
In this Chinese folktale, an old woman spends years weaving, day and night, until one day she reveals a magical cloth. But, moments later, the clot...
View full detailsThe Art of War by Sun Tzu
For two and a half thousand years The Art of War has been the core text of military strategy and planning, providing leaders with enduring insights...
View full detailsHold Up the Sky by Cixin Liu
A Financial Times Book of the Year From the author of The Three-Body Problem, a collection of award-winning short stories - a breath-taking selecti...
View full detailsThe Veggie Chinese Takeaway Cookbook: Wok, No Meat? Over 70 Vegan and Vegetarian Takeaway Classics by Kwoklyn Wan
Being vegan or vegetarian, or wanting to reduce your meat intake, doesn't mean missing out on fantastic takeaway favourites. The Veggie Chinese Tak...
View full detailsDeath's End by Cixin Liu
Read the award-winning, critically acclaimed, multi-million-copy-selling science-fiction phenomenon - soon to be a Netflix Original Series from the...
View full detailsThe Dark Forest by Cixin Liu
Read the award-winning, critically acclaimed, multi-million-copy-selling science-fiction phenomenon - soon to be a Netflix Original Series from the...
View full detailsThe Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu
Read the award-winning, critically acclaimed, multi-million-copy-selling science-fiction phenomenon - soon to be a Netflix Original Series from the...
View full detailsThe Housekeeper and the Professor (Vintage Classics Japanese Series) by Yoko Ogawa
This is one of those books written in such lucid, unpretentious language that reading it is like looking into a deep pool of clear water...Dive...
View full detailsThe Makioka Sisters (Vintage Classics Japanese Series) by Junichiro Tanizaki
An exquisite novel about four sisters living though a turbulent decade...I'd put it in the 10 greatest books of the 20th century' David Mitchel...
View full detailsThe Wind-Up Bird Chronicle (Vintage Classics Japanese Series) by Haruki Murakami
Enter the surreal and enchanting world of Haruki Murakami. Toru Okada's cat has disappeared. His wife is growing more distant every day...
View full detailsMaisy's Chinese New Year by Lucy Cousins
Maisy is celebrating one of the world's biggest festivals: Chinese New Year! From hanging up lanterns to receiving lucky red packets and joining in...
View full detailsZachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao
'Fast-paced, furiously funny and utterly fantastic.' A.F. Steadman'Culture and technology clash as Zachary Ying takes adventure to a new level!' Kw...
View full detailsThe Art of War: The Ancient Classic by Sun Tzu
The original and bestselling leadership book! Sun Tzu's ideas on survival and success have been read across the world for centuries. Today they ca...
View full detailsGok Cooks Chinese: Create mouth-watering recipes with the must-have Chinese cookbook by Gok Wan
Discover the master guide to simple, healthy and delicious Chinese cooking from the creator of the hit show Gok Wan's Easy AsianFor Gok, Chinese fo...
View full detailsMonkey King: Journey to the West by Wu Ch'eng-en
One of the world's greatest fantasy novels and a rollicking classic of Chinese literature, in a sparkling new translation and published in a Clothb...
View full detailsDaughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan
The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess. A young woman's quest to free her mother pits her aga...
View full detailsChinese Takeaway Cookbook by Kwoklyn Wan
Chinese is the UK's favourite takeout food, and it's beloved all over the world - as with much Indian food, it's the nostalgic, comforting creation...
View full detailsThe Art of War: (Deluxe silkbound edition) by Sun Tzu
Find The Art of War: (Deluxe silkbound edition) by Sun Tzu from publishers Arcturus Publishing Ltd at Books2Door! ; 160 pages, Silk-bound hardback...
View full detailsChina: An Epic Novel by Edward Rutherfurd
THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'Bravo; this is a big, complex and utterly involving portrait of 19th-century China' THE TIMESThe internationally bests...
View full detailsAncient China
Uncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient China. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and si...
View full detailsCelebrations Around the World : The Fabulous Celebrations you Won't Want to Miss
It's time to celebrate! From Christmas and Thanksgiving, to Diwali and Halloween, kids won't want to miss out on all the festivities. Embark on a...
View full detailsChina Through Time : A 2,500 Year Journey along the World's Greatest Canal
Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey through Chinese history. This beautifully illustrated children's history book spans 2,500 year...
View full detailsThe Ordinary Princess
Once upon a time, there was the most beautiful, extraordinary princess. At least, until the day of her christening, when a grumpy fairy placed a sp...
View full detailsChinese Cinderella
Chinese Cinderella is an autobiography for children based on the bestselling Falling Leaves by Adeline Yen Mah. Jung-ling's family considers her ...
View full detailsWhere The Mountain Meets The Moon
In the valley of Fruitless mountain, a young girl named Minli lives in a ramshackle hut with her parents. While her father regales her with old fol...
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The Art of War: Deluxe silkbound edition by Sun Tzu & Lionel Giles - Non Fiction - Hardback
The Art of War: Deluxe silkbound edition by Sun Tzu & Lionel Giles - Non Fiction - Hardback
Written around the 6th century BC, The Art of War is one of the oldest and most famous books on military strategy in the world. It teaches you how,...
View full detailsThe Art of War 7 Books Collection By Sun Tzu, Wu Qi & Li Jing - Non Fiction - Hardback
Titles in This Set: The Art of War Wuzi Wei Liaozi Taigong's Six Secret Teachings The Methods of the Sima Three Strategies of Huang Shigong Quest...
View full detailsVoices from the East: Exploring the Richness of the ESEA Collection
Literature is the ultimate passport; no visa is required. The East and South East Asian (ESEA) Book Collection at Books2Door is a vibrant celebration of heritage, identity, and the breathtaking diversity of Asian storytelling. Moving far beyond the "monolith" stereotype, this curated selection spans the neon-lit streets of modern Tokyo to the mythic landscapes of ancient China and the bustling family kitchens of the diaspora.
Whether you are looking for #OwnVoices narratives that reflect your own upbringing or seeking a window into a culture different from your own, these books offer unfiltered, powerful perspectives from the region's most influential writers.
1. The Heavyweights: Modern Masterpieces & Global Sensations
The global appetite for ESEA literature has reached a fever pitch, driven by authors who blend cultural specificity with universal emotional truths. This section of our collection features the writers currently defining the literary landscape.
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Ana Huang: A powerhouse in the contemporary romance world, Huang’s Twisted Series has become a staple for readers who crave high-stakes emotion and billionaire intrigue with a modern Asian-American perspective.
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Contemporary Classics: Dive into stories that explore the complexities of the immigrant experience, generational trauma, and the evolving face of modern Asia. From satirical social commentaries to heart-wrenching family sagas, these books challenge and captivate in equal measure.
2. Myth, Magic, and History: Historical Epics & YA Fantasy
East and South East Asian history and folklore provide a limitless well of inspiration for fantasy and historical fiction. Our collection brings these legends to life for a new generation.
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Reimagined Folklore: Discover YA titles that weave traditional spirits, demons, and deities into modern settings, offering a fresh take on ancient magic.
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Historical Box Sets: Why settle for one volume when you can immerse yourself in an entire era? Our Fiction Box Sets allow readers to follow sprawling dynasties and revolutionary movements from start to finish.
3. Culture on a Plate: Food, Family, and Identity
In many ESEA cultures, love is spoken through food. Many of the titles in this collection use the kitchen as a central stage for exploring identity. These stories are as much about the recipes passed down through generations as they are about the people who cook them, making for a truly sensory reading experience.
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