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This concise, thought-provoking analysis explores the political changes and economic development emblematic of a rapidly rising China. is an introduction to Chinese government and politics. The book provides analysis of China''s political history; its key leaders and leadership transitions; and its political party, state institutions, and party policies. Moving beyond a strict definition of politics, the book also explores the nation''s economic development, social policy, law and order, and foreign relations.Throughout these analyses, the book''s primary focus is on modern China, a nation poised to become an economic superpower. It thus explores themes such as China''s transition from a traditional society to a modern society, from a less developed to a rapidly growing economy, from a revolutionary regime to a modernizing state, and from the rule of man to the rule of law. Although the transitions are incomplete and the future still uncertain, this book will help readers understand China as it is-and as it may become.>
List of contents
Acknowledgments
List of Abbreviations
Introduction: Understanding Chinese Politics
Chronology
Chapter 1: Historical Overview: From Revolutions to Reforms
Chapter 2: China's Leaders and Leadership Transition
Chapter 3: The CCP as a Governing Party
Chapter 4: State Institutions and Policy Making
Chapter 5: Economic Development and Social Policy
Chapter 6: Law and Order
Chapter 7: China's Place in a Changing World
Notes
Selected Bibliography
Index
About the Author
About the author
Guoli Liu is Professor of Political Science at the College of Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
Guoli Liu is professor of political science at the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC.
