Global History in China

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Focusing on the development of global history as a scholarly field in contemporary China, this book invites readers to reconsider its origins and current dynamics. It highlights the Chinese academic community's appreciation for globalization, contrasting the "new" global history with traditional Eurocentric narratives. Additionally, it addresses the challenges posed by national histories and area studies influenced by state initiatives. This work is particularly relevant for historians and scholars interested in understanding the Chinese perspective on globalization and historical narratives.