| Edition |
Second edition. |
| Description |
xviii, 150 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm. |
| Series |
Very short introductions ; 176 |
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Very short introductions.
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| Note |
Previous edition: 2008. |
| Contents |
What is modern China? -- Old order and the new -- Making China modern -- Is Chinese society modern? -- Is China's economy modern? -- Is Chinese culture modern? -- Brave new China? |
| Summary |
"China today is never out of the news, with stories about international finance, population, and human rights controversies. From the contrast between its ancient heritage and emerging identity to the Chinese 'economic miracle', this Very Short Introduction addresses the themes, developments, and contradictions that have shaped Modern China. In this new edition Rana Mitter provides a contemporary view of the world's most populous nation, considering China's changing foreign policy, and its unique engagement with the internet. Giving an integrated picture of modern Chinese society, Mitter also addresses China's current global position, and analyses the country's growth in international significance"--Front flap. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 137-143) and index. |
| Subject |
China -- Civilization -- 20th century.
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China -- Civilization -- 21st century.
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China -- History -- 2002-
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China -- Social life and customs -- 2002-
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China -- Politics and government -- 2002-
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China -- Economic conditions -- 2000-
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Civilization. (OCoLC)fst00862898
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Economic history. (OCoLC)fst00901974
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Manners and customs. (OCoLC)fst01007815
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Politics and government. (OCoLC)fst01919741
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China. (OCoLC)fst01206073
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| Chronological Term |
Since 1900
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| Genre/Form |
History. (OCoLC)fst01411628
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| ISBN |
9780198753704 (paperback) |
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0198753705 (paperback) |
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