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This short book could be taken on someone's first trip to China... the book provides a useful introduction to most major figures and events in recent Chinese history. (Barrett L. McCormick, The Journal of Asian Studies 70/1 )
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The need to understand this global giant has never been more pressing: China is constantly in the news, yet conflicting impressions abound. Within one generation, China has transformed from an impoverished, repressive state into an economic and political powerhouse. In China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know, Jeffrey Wasserstrom provides cogent answers to the most urgent questions regarding the newest superpower and offers a framework for understanding its meteoric rise. Focusing his answers through the historical legacies--Western and Japanese imperialism, the Mao era, and the massacre at Tiananmen Square--that largely define China's present-day trajectory, Wasserstrom introduces readers to the Chinese Communist Party, the building boom in Shanghai, and the environmental fall-out of rapid Chinese industrialization. He also explains unique aspects of Chinese culture such as the one-child policy, and provides insight into how Chinese view Americans. Wasserstrom reveals that China today shares many traits with other industrialized nations during their periods of development, in particular the United States during its rapid industrialization in the 19th century. Finally, he provides guidance on the ways we can expect China to act in the future vis-à-vis the United States, Russia, India, and its East Asian neighbors.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
'What everyone needs to know' is the sub-title and that just about sums this lovely little book up to a tee. It's a little over 130 fact-filled pages long with around 25 additional pages of really useful footnotes and further reading suggestions - great for that long haul flight. It does have a very Sino-US bias - not surprising given the inextricable links between the two countries and if the book has a fault it is that the complex relationships between China and it's near neighbours are not given sufficient airing. Notwithstanding, a great book for getting up to speed in a hurry and a must if you are keen to understand what is going on in this fascinating country.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book indeed covers what everyone needs to know about China. It features topics ranging from Confucianism to Opium War, from Mao' legacy to Democracy Wall movement, from Sino-US relations to China's world domination and many more. It is written in a clear and pithy style and it is perfect for those who have little time to read but want to know a lot about China.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Full of clear explanations of fast-changing Chinese realities, and thoughtful comparisons with American experience. Wasserstrom is a friendly, capable guide, dealing with tons of the questions Westerners normally raise. Along the way he compares the career of Mao Zedong with that of Andrew Jackson. He compares American views on ethnic unrest in Xinjiang with those of Indian journalists, who have their own familiarity with ethnic disturbances.
Along with his compact explanations, Wasserstrom directs the reader to a host of good websites and books. He calls for a corresponding book on what everyone in China should know about the USA.
Along with his compact explanations, Wasserstrom directs the reader to a host of good websites and books. He calls for a corresponding book on what everyone in China should know about the USA.
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Fanastic background on China
Well worth the read as the reader will quickly get a grasp of Chinese history and how it is impacting on the current issues at present. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Fund Manager
what everyone needs to know
complete set of answers about china's culture, history and future. it's really what everyone who's interested in china and chinese culture needs to know
Published 17 months ago by Valentina
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