This book presents a concise introduction to China in the Xi Jinping era. It is intended as a first book for those coming new to the subject, providing the essential information that most people need to know, without going into excessive detail. Its coverage includes the economy, society, politics, and international relations Chinas history, especially the twentieth century and Taiwan and Hong Kong, as well as the Peoples Republic of China. It will also be useful for more advanced students who need to understand developments in China outside their own primary disciplines. The book provides an uptodate and clear guide to the changes which have taken place in China in the late twentieth and early twentyfirst centuries, including the recent further changes which are taking place under Xi Jinpings regime. It draws on the enormous body of empirical and theoretical research that is being carried out by economists, political scientists, and sociologists on China, but is itself written in nontechnical and accessible language. It does not assume any previous knowledge of China and explanations of Chinese terms are provided throughout the book. It includes a map, a chronology, a glossary of Chinese terms, biographical notes on key figures, and a guide to further reading.

Binding: Paperback;412 pages; Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales); Classification: GTB; Weight: 856 g; Dimensions: 174 x 245 x 29

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