Was Taiwan ever part of China — or is that a modern political claim built on a selective reading of history?

In this episode of Perspectives with Neilo, I'm joined by author Dr. Lee Moore to unpack the historical record behind Beijing’s claims over Taiwan. Drawing on his new book, China’s Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn’t Want You to Read, Dr. Moore challenges some of the most widely repeated narratives about identity, sovereignty, and “reunification.”

We explore Taiwan’s complex past, what history really tells us about its relationship with China, and how competing interpretations of that past continue to shape politics, public opinion, and regional stability today.

China's Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn't Want You to Read can be purchased at the following links -

Publisher's Site:

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Or on Amazon:

https://a.co/d/1xG7T9q