Modern Chinese History: Revised and Expanded Second Edition

Key Issues in Asian Studies

by David Kenley

The second edition of Modern Chinese History provides a concise narrative of Chinese history from the period 1644 to the present. Organized around the twin themes of Chinese cosmopolitanism and exceptionalism, it can easily supplement any history, international studies, cultural studies, or Asian studies course. It can also provide valuable background information necessary to understand contemporary Chinese politics, society, and economics. General readers wanting quickly to understand the collapse of the imperial system, the rise of Communism, and the role of China in our contemporary world will welcome this eminently readable text.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

108 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2012

Reviews

[Yuna Leek · Rating 5 out of 5]

concise, informative, thoughtful writing! i have nothing bad to say about this book.

(my professor wrote this book. professor, please give me an A ♥)

[Jill Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very easy read!!

[Keith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Published in 2020, this is a readable history of a very large, ancient, powerful country.