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Understanding Contemporary China Paperback – 15 July 2012

by Robert E. Gamer (Editor), Stanley W. Toops (Editor)
3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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The new edition of Understanding Contemporary China has been thoroughly revised to reflect a half-decade of significant events and trends, both domestically and in the international arena. The result is an accessible, well-grounded exploration of the most crucial issues affecting China today.

The authors assume no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, making the book a perfect choice for interdisciplinary Introduction to China courses, as well as for courses in political science and sociology. Numerous maps and photographs enhance the text.
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  1. ISBN-10
    1588268446
  2. ISBN-13
    978-1588268440
  3. Edition
    4th
  4. Publisher
    Lynne Rienner
  5. Publication date
    15 July 2012
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    15.24 x 3.18 x 22.86 cm
  8. Print length
    470 pages
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The volume will be extremely valuable to readers looking for a broad and readable introduction to China, and to teachers looking to provide their students with such an introduction. -- Sara A. Newland, University of California, Berkeley, Journal of Chinese Political Science

Leading readers almost painlessly through an extensive tour of modern China s events and issues, this anthology is well planned and, with its extensive bibliographies at the end of each chapter, a useful guide to deeper study as well as a rich resource for acquainting readers with China.... a well woven and brightly colored tapestry creating a kaleidoscopic and vibrant picture of China. --Mary Karen Solomon, Education About Asia

A well-balanced overview. --Future Survey

A well-balanced overview. --Future Survey

About the Author

Robert E. Gamer is professor emeritus of political science at the University of Missouri Kansas City. His publications include The Politics of Urban Development in Singapore, Governments and Politics in a Changing World, and The Developing Nations: A Comparative Perspective.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lynne Rienner; 4th edition (15 July 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 470 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1588268446
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1588268440
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 3.18 x 22.86 cm
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fast shipping
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Only 4 working days to the Netherlands, book was used as expected,
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Beto
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, interesting and easy read
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Gamer does a fantastic job explaining Chinese politics. Very comprehensive book, gave me a better understanding of Chinese politics, society and culture.
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Richard M. Wallace
5.0 out of 5 stars What it says is what you get.
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The book delivers what the title promises. It is comprised of essays by different authors on various aspects of Chinese contemporary life. It does a good job of introducing the historical background, and in my limited knowledge of the subject, it seems to be even-handed. It is neither condescending nor obsequious toward its subject, but maintains a stance of sympathetic objectivity. It is the best single volume I have found that covers its subject. Several of my colleagues who teach political science and Chinese use this as a primary text for their courses. It is an academic work and the style of some of the essays can be a bit dry, but the subject is so fascinating that I think it will hold the interest of the general reader.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great read.
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Brilliant read.

Doing Chinese Business and Cultural in college and thus book help so much with examples and detail.
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