The Search for Modern China

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By Jonathan D. Spence

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The Search for Modern China by Jonathan D. Spence offers a comprehensive exploration of China's transformation from the Ming dynasty in the 1600s to contemporary times. The book delves into the complexities of its political, cultural, and economic developments, providing insightful perspectives on China's historical trajectory towards modernity. Through vivid narratives and skilful storytelling, Spence helps readers understand the factors that have shaped modern China.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the transformative events and dynamic leaders that shaped modern China from the late Ming dynasty to the present. This comprehensive narrative provides a captivating exploration of China's complex history, making it an engaging choice for history enthusiasts and those keen to understand China's evolving role on the global stage.

The leading textbook by the leading scholar.

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The leading textbook by the leading scholar.

The Search for Modern China, the classic introduction to modern China for students and general readers, emerged from Spence’s highly successful introductory course at Yale, in which he traced the beginnings of modern China to internal developments beginning in the early 17th century.

Strong on social and political history, as well as Chinese culture and its intersections with politics, this paperback is a longstanding leader in the survey course on modern China.

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ISBN: 9780393934519

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Edition: Third Edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 1077g

Pages: 984

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Asian History History & Archaeology History & Military Jonathan D. Spence Non-Fiction

About the Author

Jonathan D. Spence (1936—2021) was Sterling Professor of History at Yale University, where he taught for more than forty years. He was awarded MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellowships, and the Los Angeles Times Book Award. The Search for Modern China won the Lionel Gelber Award and the Kiriyama Book Prize.

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