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The Search for Modern China: A Documentary Collection
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What Stands Out
Comprehensive Coverage
Offers a thorough exploration of China's modern history through a curated selection of primary documents, ideal for students and scholars seeking a deeper understanding of the nation's complexities.
Educational Resource
Serves as an essential teaching tool for educators, including diverse perspectives and voices, making it easier to engage students with China's societal and political transformations.
Historical Insight
Provides unique access to firsthand accounts and documents, enhancing readers' comprehension of key events and themes in modern Chinese history, important for any academic or general audience interested in the topic.
Product Details
- The Search for Modern China is a comprehensive documentary collection on the history of China
- Written by Pei-Kai Cheng, Michael Lestz, and Jonathan D. Spence, renowned experts in Chinese history
- Pei-Kai Cheng is a professor of history at City University of Hong Kong
- Michael Lestz is a professor of history and chairperson of the history department at Trinity College
- Jonathan D. Spence is a Sterling Professor of History at Yale University with 30 years of teaching experience
- The book has received accolades including the MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellowships and the Lionel Gelber and Kiriyama Book Prizes
| Publisher | W. W. Norton & Company |
| Publication date | January 17, 1999 |
| Edition | Documentary Collection |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 560 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0393973727 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0393973723 |
| Item Weight | 1.7 pounds (770 grams) |
| Dimensions | 6.2 x 1.1 x 9.2 inches (15.7 x 2.8 x 23.4 cm) |
Who Should Buy?
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Students of History
Ideal for students studying modern Chinese history, providing primary sources that enhance understanding of the subject.
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Researchers and Scholars
Valuable for researchers needing a comprehensive collection of documents for academic work on China’s modern period.
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Anyone Interested in China
Great for general readers interested in learning about China's historical development through authentic primary documents.
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Casual Readers
Not suitable for casual readers looking for a narrative format, as it focuses on documentary-style content.
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The Search for Modern China: A Documentary Collection
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**** The book "The Search for Modern China: A Documentary History" has garnered positive reception from customers, particularly those studying modern Chinese history. Readers have expressed their satisfaction with the book's role as a primary source collection, which offers original documents that provide deep insights into China's complex history, including its cultural, political, and military developments. Customers emphasize the clarity with which the documents are introduced, appreciating the accompanying background information that enriches their understanding of the material. The seamless integration with Jonathan Spence's "The Search for Modern China" significantly enhances the reading experience, allowing for convenient cross-referencing between the two texts. This alignment has been especially beneficial for students, making the book an essential companion for their coursework. Many readers, including those with personal backgrounds in Chinese history, found that the book offered a more nuanced perspective that contrasted with the potentially biased narratives they encountered in their formative education. Furthermore, the translation of the archival texts is noted as accessible, making it enjoyable even outside an academic setting. Overall, it is evident that this book has succeeded in engaging students and history enthusiasts alike, marking its importance in the study of modern China. **
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Pros
- Rich primary source collection providing deep insights into Chinese history.
- Clear introductions and background information for each document enhance understanding.
- Excellent companion to Jonathan Spence's "The Search for Modern China," aiding in cross-referencing.
- Accessible translations of original texts, enjoyable for leisure reading.
- Well-suited for students in history courses, delivering easy-to-follow material.
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- Pei-Kai Cheng
- Michael Lestz
- Jonathan D. Spence
- Sterling Professor of History at Yale University
- MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellowships
- Lionel Gelber Award and the Kiriyama Book Prize
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