About Robin D. S. Yates
Born 1948. Robin D. S. Yates is a Canadian historian, university teacher and sinologist.
Robin David Sebastian Yates (born 30 July 1948) is a Canadian sinologist.
Yates earned a PhD at Harvard University and held a James McGill Professorship at McGill University. Upon retirement, he was granted emeritus status. Yates is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
Yates is married to Grace S. Fong.
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Who is Robin D. S. Yates?
Canadian historian and sinologist
When was Robin D. S. Yates born?
Robin D. S. Yates was born on 30 July 1948.
What is Robin D. S. Yates's occupation?
Robin D. S. Yates is a historian, university teacher and sinologist.
What nationality is Robin D. S. Yates?
Robin D. S. Yates is Canadian.
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