China: A Global Studies Handbook

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This volume covers contemporary economics, politics, culture and prevalent social problems. it includes: chronologies of Chinese history that detail the most important people, places and events; analysis of China's tumultuous political evolution; and China's rising economic stock and its correlation with China's role as an up-and-coming world power.

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"The authors of this book have succeeded admirably in writing a lively and engaging introduction to some of the most prominent themes and issues that have marked China's history ... the book is particularly effective in explaining various aspects of Chinese culture ... it is strongly recommended as a valuable addition to the general collections of public, college, and undergraduate libraries." - Reference & User Services Quarterly "This is an easy-to-read resource on an essential topic. Knowledge of China is important as it becomes more and more accessible, and what happens anywhere affects everywhere ... This work combines expertise on history and economics with exposure to changing, contemporary social mores." - American Reference Books Annual

Author Bio

Robert LaFleur is an associate professor of history and chair of Asian Studies at Beloit College, Beloit U.C., Wisconsin.