Understanding Chinese Politics: An Introduction to Government in the People's Republic of China

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Neil Collins Andrew Cottey

Understanding Chinese Politics

An Introduction to Government in the People's Republic of China

Neil Collins, Andrew Cottey, Bethan Hirst

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Manchester Univ. Press
31 August 2012

History; Politics & government

The Chinese political system is the subject of much media and popular comment in part because China supports an economy with an apparently inexorable dynamic and impressive record of achievement. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to China's political system, outlining the major features of the Chinese model and highlighting its claims and challenges. It explores the central role of the Communist Party in the country's politics and the way in which the Party controls most elements of the political system. The book also draws parallels with previous historical periods in China's history. Finally, it addresses the question of what kind of role the People's Republic of China will play in global politics as a whole, the implications for the West and the rebalancing of relations between China and its neighbours. -- .

By: Neil Collins, Andrew Cottey
Other: Bethan Hirst
Imprint: Manchester Univ. Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 322g
ISBN: 9780719084287
ISBN 10: 0719084288
Publication Date: 31 August 2012
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Understanding Chinese Politics: An Introduction to Government in the People's Republic of China

""This volume is brief, yet comprehensive. Moreover, the authors skilfully place their discussions on contemporary Chinese politics within the historical context, especially the brutal wars and thoughtful revolutions that gave birth to the current regime. Such a historical perspective is a necessity to anyone who wants to understand the many apparent puzzles and paradoxes related to Chinese Politics"" (Yu Tao, Political Studies Review, May 2014) -- .