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By analyzing pivotal moments in modern Chinese history, the book challenges the idea of historical inevitability, emphasizing the impact of contingent circumstances. It highlights the dynamic nature of Chinese society alongside the enduring presence of a centralized autocratic state, suggesting that the complexities of China's past will lead to ongoing surprises in its future trajectory.
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China in Revolution, Joseph W. Esherick
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- China in Revolution
- Subtitle
- History Lessons
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph W. Esherick
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 446
- ISBN13
- 9781538162767
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, History
- Description
- By analyzing pivotal moments in modern Chinese history, the book challenges the idea of historical inevitability, emphasizing the impact of contingent circumstances. It highlights the dynamic nature of Chinese society alongside the enduring presence of a centralized autocratic state, suggesting that the complexities of China's past will lead to ongoing surprises in its future trajectory.