The Politics of Peasants

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The book delves into the intricate dynamics between peasants and governmental policies during China's reform era. It scrutinizes historical and contemporary rural policies that were intended to benefit peasants and enhance their well-being. Despite these good intentions, the analysis reveals a significant disconnect between policy objectives and actual outcomes, often resulting in detrimental effects on rural communities. The author posits that the lack of effective political engagement from the peasantry has contributed to this troubling gap between intentions and results.