In, Overwhelmed – China’s Pacific Basin, Dennis Wesley Clark tells a thrilling story that weaves together history and current events, connects the events to predict a trend and forecasts a dire outcome.

China has a long and rich history that shapes its current culture and values.  Demons from the past haunt the leaders.  Over the last 2000 years over 600 bouts of famine have devastated the population.  At least two dynasties were overthrown by peasant revolts.  The Chinese people have often been under threat from outsiders.  And, they have learned that since no one has ever come to their aid, they have to take care of themselves.