State and Society in 21st Century China: Crisis, Contention, and Legitimation

State and Society in 21st Century China: Crisis, Contention, and Legitimation
ISBN-10
0415332044
ISBN-13
9780415332040
Category
History
Pages
278
Language
English
Published
2004
Publisher
Psychology Press
Authors
Stanley Rosen, Peter Hays Gries

Description

China has been undergoing enormous changes in the past decade. This book provides an excellent overview of the transformation of the Chinese state and society, giving a detailed and nuanced picture of the fascinating and complex country as it begins the 21st century. Subjects covered include: The prospects for democracy Relationship between state and society Popular culture Religion Nationalism Ethnic Minorities Young People Protest and resistance The Role of the Communist Party The future viability of the People's Republic Broad in sweep and rich in empirical detail, this is an excellent account of contemporary China. With contributions from leading experts in the field, it will appeal to students of East Asian and Chinese history, politics and society.

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