China Rises: How China's Astonishing Growth Will Change the World

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title China Rises: How China's Astonishing Growth Will Change the World
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John Farndon
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:304
Dimensions(mm): Height 194,Width 130
Category/GenreAsian and Middle Eastern history
Development economics
Travel writing
ISBN/Barcode 9780753513491
ClassificationsDewey:951.06
Audience
General
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 3 x maps

Publishing Details

Publisher Ebury Publishing
Imprint Virgin Books
Publication Date 3 July 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

WHAT WE ALL NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS RISING WORLD POWER With a population of 1 billion people and the world's second largest economy, China is fast becoming one of the most powerful and important countries in the world. But while it is one of the world's oldest civilisations, China refuses to conform to expectations. The country's controversial policies, ranging from the one child policy to the repression of opposition groups, have placed it at odds with other world powers, and yet its influence in the world is growing ever stronger. We all need to know more about this fascinating country.John Farndon explores the changing face of modern China and its fundamental contradictions, as a communist state where business is booming, as a nation that continues to support North Korea even as it develops its relationships with the West. Getting to the heart of these and other inconsistencies, Farndon gives a fascinating introduction to the country as it is now and as it will be in the future, revealing how China's changing face will affect us all.

Author Biography

John Farndon is the author of many books on international affairs, including several books in The Economist Business Traveller's Guide series and books on subjects ranging from bird flu to Iran.