Exploring the remarkable story of China s rise to global prominence, "China since 1949" provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the events that have shaped the country since the middle of the twentieth century.

Covering the Maoist era through the Reform period to the present day, this book addresses subjects such as China s position as a world economic power, the Chinese Communist Party s treatment of ethnic minorities, women s experiences under the Communist regime, and China s human rights record. Fully updated throughout, the third edition includes:

• a new chapter...

Exploring the remarkable story of China s rise to global prominence, "China since 1949" provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the events that have shaped the country since the middle of the twentieth century.

Covering the Maoist era through the Reform period to the present day, this book addresses subjects such as China s position as a world economic power, the Chinese Communist Party s treatment of ethnic minorities, women s experiences under the Communist regime, and China s human rights record. Fully updated throughout, the third edition includes:

• a new chapter...