{"title":"Sebastian Riebold","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of Sebastian Riebold, a distinguished author whose insights into historical narratives challenge conventional perspectives. Specialising in the complex tapestry of History \u0026amp; Military studies, Riebold’s writings delve deep into cultural and intellectual paradigms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eDiscourses of Weakness in Modern China\u003c\/em\u003e, intricately examines how perceptions of strength and fragility have shaped China's modern evolution. Through his nuanced analysis, Riebold invites readers to reconsider traditional historical accounts, offering fresh viewpoints on how nations navigate through eras of change and adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSebastian Riebold’s collection is indispensable for anyone with an interest in understanding the dynamics of power and culture in a historical context. His narratives not only educate but also engage, providing a rich and comprehensive experience for scholars and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"discourses-of-weakness-in-modern-china-by-sebastian-riebold-9783593509020","title":"Discourses of Weakness in Modern China","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the time of China’s defeat in the Sino-Japanese war of 1894–95 until the 1930s, the assumption that China was a “weak state” dominated political discourse in China and beyond. In those discussions, China was seen as lacking competitiveness in a world that was increasingly being understood in harsh Darwinian terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAiming to better understand contemporary China’s self-image and identity, this volume traces both the emergence of the narrative of China’s alleged “national ruin” and the discursive construction of China as the “Sick Man of East Asia.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscourses of Weakness in Modern China\u003c\/em\u003e by Sebastian Riebold delves deep into these narratives, providing insight into how these perceptions have shaped China's path and self-perception in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000594579692,"sku":"9783593509020","price":114.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12456273483467.jpg?v=1763288002"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sebastian-riebold.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}