China in an Era of Transition: Understanding Contemporary State and Society Acto

Description: China in an Era of Transition by R. Hasmath, J. Hsu Given the dominance of the Chinese state in so many aspects of society, this collection considers factors such as urbanization, the marginalization of social groups, the emergence of the business elites and the dissent of internet users, to resituate understanding of the social challenges facing China. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Given the dominance of the Chinese state in so many aspects of society, this collection considers factors such as urbanization, the marginalization of social groups, the emergence of the business elites and the dissent of internet users, to resituate understanding of the social challenges facing China. Author Biography REZA HASMATH is a Lecturer in Chinese Politics at the University of Oxford. JENNIFER HSU is a specialist in Development Studies at the University of Cambridge, UK. Table of Contents Introduction; R.Hasmath & J.Hsu Reclaiming Authority: The Narrative Politics of Lost Privilege in Contemporary China; J.Hubbert The Gendered Effects of Market Reforms; C.L.Currier Developing Minority Nationalities in Contemporary Urban China; R.Hasmath Abstracting the City: Urbanization and the Opening-Up Process in China; I.Morley The Dual System of Land Use Policy and its Related Problems in Contemporary China; X.Deng , L.Zhang & A.Leverentz Contesting Urban Space: Development of Chengzhongcun in Chinas Transitional Cities; L.Zhang A State Creation? Civil Society and Migrant Organizations; J.Hsu Stretching Away from the State: NGO Emergence and Dual Identity in a Chinese Government Institution; P.Thiers Red Capitalist: The Rising Chinese Private Entrepreneurs; J.Yang The Taiwanese Business Community: A Catalyst or Virus for Chinese Development; J.Su-Ya Wu Chinas Cyber Forums and their Influence on Foreign Policymaking; J.Hong List of Contributors Review "[The] well-organized chapters offer important perspectives and fresh insights from a number of crucial vantage-points. . .the volume may very well be used as an introductory text in class, but will also be read with much benefit by specialists in the respective sub-fields addressed." - Björn Alpermann, Journal of Chinese Political Science"It is impossible to understand Chinas impact on global relationswithout understanding the interplay of the power structures that shape Chinese society. China in an Era of Transition provides important micro-analyses - on topics that range from intellectuals and ethnic minorities, to entrepreneurs and internet bloggers - illuminating the tensions that underlie the Chinese economic juggernaut; and in so doing,shatters the myth of the monolithic and unitary China." - Professor Benjamin Ho, Johnson School of Management, Cornell University"China in an Era of Transition provides a detailed insight into the different social issues affecting state-society relations since the adoption of market reforms in 1978. The findings throughout the chapters are well-grounded in empirical research and offer the reader a timely understanding of state-society interactions." - Professor Fachun Du, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences Long Description Given the dominance of the Chinese state in so many aspects of society, this collectionconsiders factors such as urbanization, the marginalization of social groups, the emergence of the business elites and the dissent of internet users, to resituate understanding of the social challenges facing China." Review Quote "[The] well-organized chapters offer important perspectives and fresh insights from a number of crucial vantage-points. . .the volume may very well be used as an introductory text in class, but will also be read with much benefit by specialists in the respective sub-fields addressed." - Bjrn Alpermann, Journal of Chinese Political Science "It is impossible to understand Chinas impact on global relationswithout understanding the interplay of the power structures that shape Chinese society. China in an Era of Transition provides important micro-analyses - on topics that range from intellectuals and ethnic minorities, to entrepreneurs and internet bloggers - illuminating the tensions that underlie the Chinese economic juggernaut; and in so doing,shatters the myth of the monolithic and unitary China." - Professor Benjamin Ho, Johnson School of Management, Cornell University "China in an Era of Transition provides a detailed insight into the different social issues affecting state-society relations since the adoption of market reforms in 1978. The findings throughout the chapters are well-grounded in empirical research and offer the reader a timely understanding of state-society interactions." - Professor Fachun Du, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences Details ISBN1349378100 Author J. Hsu ISBN-10 1349378100 ISBN-13 9781349378104 Format Paperback Publisher Palgrave Macmillan Year 2015 Publication Date 2015-11-09 Language English Media Book Imprint Palgrave Macmillan Subtitle Understanding Contemporary State and Society Actors Place of Publication Basingstoke Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Edited by J. Hsu Pages 234 Short Title China in an Era of Transition AU Release Date 2015-11-09 NZ Release Date 2015-11-09 UK Release Date 2015-11-09 Illustrations 3 Illustrations, black and white; X, 234 p. 3 illus. Birth 1967 Affiliation Istanbul University, Turkey Position Illustrator Edition Description 1st ed. 2009 Alternative 9780230613508 DEWEY 306.0951 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100257041;

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