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Encyclopedia of Modern China: 4 Volume Set
Contributor(s): Pong, David (Editor)
ISBN: 0684315661     ISBN-13: 9780684315669
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
OUR PRICE:   $898.94  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: July 2009
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- History | Asia - China
- History | Reference
- Reference | Encyclopedias
Dewey: 951.003
LCCN: 2009003279
Physical Information: 7.3" H x 9.5" W x 11.6" (17.48 lbs) 2312 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Chinese
 
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Publisher Description:

The Encyclopedia of Modern China is designed for academic and professional users -- from advanced high school students and undergraduates to professors, journalists, and business people -- as well as public library patrons. The encyclopedia showcases the work of an international body of prominent scholars, who offer accessible, original, and authoritative analysis of all aspects of the history and culture of China since 1800.

In more than 2, 000 pages of alphabetical entries, each ranging from 500 to 5, 000 words, Encyclopedia of Modern China provides critical information on the most populous country and most dynamic trade market in the world: the people, politics, economics, religion, philosophy, traditions, art, and literature of this ancient and enduring civilization is explored from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the present day.

Given Chinas increasing role in world affairs, its modern history and culture are of great interest to many, and this work is designed to bring reliable and accessible facts and analysis to students, professionals, and others who study and interact with China and her people.

  • Commissioned contributors from colleges and universities in China and around the world provide authoritative content and fresh scholarly analysis
  • Scores of tables, charts, graphs, and maps illustrate key points
  • A glossary appendix listing transliteration of unique names, t