Understanding Contemporary China

by Robert E. Gamer

The new edition of Understanding Contemporary China has been thoroughly revised to reflect a half-decade of significant events and trends, both domestically and in the international arena. The result is an accessible, well-grounded exploration of the most crucial issues affecting China today.

The authors assume no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, making the book a perfect choice for interdisciplinary "Introduction to China" courses, as well as for courses in political science and sociology. Numerous maps and photographs enhance the text.

CONTENTS
Introduction—R.E. Gamer.
China: A Geographic Preface—S.W. Toops.
The Historical Context—R. Murphey.
Chinese Politics—R.E. Gamer.
China's Economy—S.Y. Tong and J. Wong.
China Beyond the Heartland—R.E. Gamer.
International Relations—R.E. Gamer.
Population Growth and Urbanization—M. Rong.
China's Environmental Problems—R.L. Edmonds.
Family, Kinship, Marriage, and Sexuality—X. Zang.
Women and Development—L. Bossen.
Religion—H. Chan and A.Y.C. King.
Literature and Popular Culture—C.A. Laughlin.
Trends and Prospects—R.E. Gamer.

Genres: Economics, History, China

499 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1998

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Written in a very casual tone which helps the reader to digest information. Covers a wide spate of topics from a very wide vareity of perspectives. A fairly good text book on a fairly interesting subject.

[Jenna Wesson · Rating 2 out of 5]

Despite the few informative and interesting chapters, many really dragged on. Writing style was lack luster, but it gained two stars because it still gave information that I did not know prior to reading.

[Harry Toube · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very introductory. A few good chapters.