Description: A comprehensive introduction to the key political, economic, and cultural developments shaping China's position in the world today, essential reading for understanding Chinese society.
Brief description: Kerry Brown is Professor of Chinese Studies and Director of the Lau China Institute at King's College, London. Prior to that he was Professor of Chinese Politics at the University of Sydney, and Head of the Asia Programme at Chatham House, London. With 30 years experience of life in China, he has worked in education, business and government, including a term as First Secretary at the British Embassy in Beijing. He is author of over 20 books on contemporary China, including The World According to Xi: Everything You Need to Know About the New China (2018). He is currently working on a history of Britain's relations with China since the 16th century.
Review Quotes:
"Kerry Brown has provided an excellent survey of China's history, politics, socioeconomic development and foreign relations in a cogent and highly analytical manner. His mastery of the subject is abundantly demonstrated by unpacking and explaining the complexities of one of the world 's oldest civilizations and one of the most powerful nations of the 21st century into a concise, readable and captivating text." --Professor Dean P. Chen, Ramapo College of New Jersey, US
"This book provides an excellent introduction to the dynamic country that is China today. The author has a deep knowledge of Chinese culture, society, and politics. " --Dr Xiang Gao, University of New England, Australia