Willard A. Hanna

  • Willard Anderson Hanna was an American author and historian who wrote extensively about Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia and Bali.

  • His work "A Brief History of Bali" is considered a significant contribution to understanding the island's complex history.

  • Hanna's writing style is described as unique and somewhat anachronistic, reflecting his own time and nationality.

  • His perspective on Balinese history, especially regarding colonial relationships and political developments, is seen as thorough but sometimes biased towards Western viewpoints.

  • Hanna's work primarily covers events up to the 1970s, with later editions including updates by other authors to bring the narrative closer to the present day.

Books by Willard A. Hanna