The Left in China

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A Political Cartography

By Ralf Ruckus

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The Left in China by Ralf Ruckus explores the historical and current landscape of leftist movements in China. This book delves into the evolution of leftist ideologies and their impact on Chinese society and politics. It provides an insightful analysis of various movements, detailing their goals, struggles, and the larger social changes they have influenced over time.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in understanding the evolution of leftist movements in China, offering a deep dive into the interplay between political ideology and social change over the decades. It provides a critical analysis of the historical and contemporary dynamics within China's political landscape, making it a compelling read for those keen on exploring the intersections of history, politics, and society.

The Left in China

A timely, ambitious and unique book that traces the history and present state of leftist politics in China

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The Left in China does a great service by shifting our attention to the oppositional movements of Chinese workers, peasants, students, and women who have contested inequality and exploitation. - Manfred Elfstrom

Tracing the history of left-wing, subversive, and oppositional forces in the People's Republic of China over the last seventy years, Ralf Ruckus pulls back the curtain on Chinese politics.

He examines the labour strikes in the 1950s, the rebel uprising during the Cultural Revolution in the 1960s, the democracy movements in the 1970s and 1980s, the struggles of urban and migrant workers since the 1990s and 2000s, and women's forms of resistance until today. Each of these struggles inspired left-wing groups and movements that criticised or challenged the regime of the Chinese Communist Party, from Mao Zedong's rule to the regime under Xi Jinping.

Is the country still socialist today, is the Chinese Communist Party a left-wing organisation, and is the leadership indeed Marxist? The book sorts out the confusion by presenting the fascinating history of social movements and left politics in the People's Republic up to the present day.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780745342955

Publisher: Pluto Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pluto Press

Illustration: 4 Diagrams

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 1g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

Ralf Ruckus has been studying the social, economic, and political situation in the People’s Republic of China for almost twenty years. He co-founded the collective gongchao.org that investigates and documents social unrest and movements in China with a focus on the struggles of workers, migrants, and women.